The Poole Harbour Guide 2013 FREE

The Poole Harbour Guide
Commerce, Recreation and
the Environment – hand in hand
2013
Facilities & Local Services Guide - Includes Tide Tables
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Welcome to Poole Harbour
OVERALL 10 KNOT
SPEED LIMIT
THROUGHOUT
HARBOUR BUT
6 KNOTS IN THE
RED HORIZONTALLY
STRIPED AREAS
River
Piddle
4 KNOTS IN
RIVER FROME
Red area
of River
Frome has
a 4 knot
speed limit
River frome
Redclyffe Y.C. &
Ridge Wharf
Yachting Centre
A
©
Keysworth
Point
Gigger’s
Island
Harbour Authority
Western Limit
RNLI Beach Stations
Slipways
Marinas
Boatyards
Yacht Clubs
PW Area
Waterski Area
Wind & Kite Surfing
PHC Moorings: See page 106
Fuel
Anchorage Sensitive Zone
No Personal Watercraft
Bird Sensitive Area
baldyjohngraphics 2013
Wareham Channel
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Holton Point
Arne Peninsular
QUIET ZONE
ADVISORY 6 KNOT
IN THE RED
HORIZONTALLY
STRIPED AREAS
Please keep noise
to a minimum
Middlebere
Lake
Lychett Bay
Rockley
Point
WATERSKI AREA
Middlebere
Peninsular
Wych
Heath
Rockley Boat Park
Rockley Sailing
School
Lake Yard
Cobb’s Quay
Davis’s Boatyard
Patchin’s
Point
Round
Island
Rempstone
Heath
SITES OF SPECIAL SCIENTIFIC INTEREST (SSSI)
Virtually all of the intertidal mud areas are Sites of Special
Scientific Interest and Special Protection Areas for Birds
PURBECK
Hamworthy
Holes Bay
6 knot speed
limit in Holes
Bay & Little A
Channel
B
Poole
Yacht
Club
Shipstall
Point Upper Wych Channel
Wych
Lake
K
J
Long
Island
J
Wareham
Channel
i
i
Measured Half-Mile
Poole
Bridges
No PWs Allowed
Poole
Quay
Little Channel
Port of
Poole
Marina
Ro-Ro Berths
Turning Basin
New
Quay
Pottery Pier
Furzey
Island
Newton
Heath
Town Centre
Poole
Quay
Boat
Haven
Ower
Bay
Green
Island
Cleaval
Point
Newton
Bay
Goathorn
Point
Baiter
Slipway
Stakes
C Hamish
Small Boat Channel
PERSONAL
WATERCRAFT AREA
Wych Channel H
Brownsea Island
Blood Alley
Brands
Bay
Redhorn
Point
Parkstone
Bay
NOT TO BE USED
FOR NAVIGATION
Parkstone
Yacht Club
Middle Ship Channel
Diver
Jerry’s
Point
Studland
Heath
North Channel
Limit of Bass
Nursery Area
Brownsea
Light
No PWs
Allowed
Parkstone Bay Marina
Aunt Betty
E
G
R.M.Y.C.
North Haven
Point
Haven
Channel
Studland
F
Bell
Buoy
South Haven
Point
Shell Bay
Marine
Lilliput Sailing Club
Salterns
Boatyard
& Marina
Chain
Ferry
North
Haven
Y.C.
Small Boat Channel
Training Bank
Harbour Authority
Limit of Juristriction
East Dorset
Sailing Club
Whitley
Lake
WIND
SURFING
ZONE
East Looe
Channel
HOOK
SANDS
Swash Channel
Studland
Bay
Seaward
limit of
10 knot
speed
limit
Speed Limit of 8 knots
within 200m of beach

Poole Harbour Commissioners
20 New Quay Road, Hamworthy,
Poole, Dorset BH15 4AF
Harbour Master: Captain Brian Murphy
Office Manager/PA to Chief Executive, Harbour Master
and Chairman: Annie Willats
Contributors – and thanks to:
Nigel Barrow
Maria Burns
David Butcher
Ross Ceaton
Simon Chance (PADI)
Kevin Cook
Sally Davis
Dorset Coast Forum
Martin Edge
David Harding
Jack Hennings
Bob Irwin
Dave Mayne
Mike Markey
Mike Millard
Anna Moreland
Steve Porter
Sue Sieger
Phil Thorkildsen
Poole Tourism
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Harbour Chartlet . . . . . . . . . . . .Inside Front Cover
PHC
Introduction by Captain Brian Murphy . . . . . . . . . .6
Safety Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Harbour Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
The Entrance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Chain Ferry & Notices to Mariners . . . . . . . . . . .14
Local Byelaws . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Exemptions to Speed Limits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Harbour Watch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Maritime Volunteer Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Harbour Patrols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Wash Danger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Eelgrass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Poole Harbour Birdlife . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
Dorset Coast Forum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
Special Features & Tourism
Harbour Islands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
Town Centre Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
Tourism Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
Poole Quay & Eating Out . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
Sailabilty & Knoticat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42
Friends of Dolphin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44
Harbour Anchorages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46
Success Story . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .96
Area Features
Cobb’s Quay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48
Saltern’s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56
Recreational Activities
Yacht & Dinghy Racing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58
Poole Week . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62
International Paints Poole Keelboat Regatta . . . . . .63
Poole Yachting Association Dates . . . . . . . . . . . . .64
Poole Yacht Racing Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66
Angling & Charter Boat Hire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67
Fishing Regulations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72
Rowing & Canoeing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74
Poole Based Diving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76
Learning To Dive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .78
Speed Limits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80
Personal Watercraft (PWs) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .82
Wind & Kite Surfing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .84
Water Skiing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .87
Beaches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .88
Where Next? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .90
Information
Insurance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .97
Fuel & Waste . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100
Marinas & Clubs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .102
Telephone Numbers & Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . .104
Mooring Charges & Harbour Dues . . . . . . . . . .106
Tides . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .108
Advertisers’ Directory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .112

Welcome to Poole Harbour
What a great pleasure as Harbour
Master in welcoming you to the 2013
edition of The Poole Harbour Guide
which is in its 15th year
It goes without saying that I am extremely proud of my post as
Harbour Master of Poole Harbour and over the past 5 years I
have been equally as proud of the dedicated team that work,
very efficiently, to ensure that the harbour and port is kept
open 365 days every year for business and your pleasure. A
huge thank you to all who have assisted me thus far.
When you are out on the water in Poole Harbour you may
not realise just what goes on behind the scenes to make that
possible. The safety measures, keeping channels open, vessel
monitoring, harbour patrols, security measures,
communications, co-ordination, pilotage, harbour control,
maintaining Aids to Navigation, moorings maintenance,
dredging, surveying, cargo handling, towage, administration,
the list goes on.
Navigational safety is the primary function of any Harbour
Master and that should apply to everyone out on the water.
Together we must ensure the harbour is a safe place to work,
compete and play. An important factor in achieving this is by
regularly meeting with the harbour community to discuss
issues with the aim of improving safety. Poole Harbour
Commissioners (PHC) pride themselves in meeting with the
majority of stakeholder groups twice yearly. Recently we have
taken the leap into social networking and opened Facebook
and Twitter accounts which have provided valuable
interaction with harbour users that we may not meet.
Poole Harbour Control is our 24 hour information service
that continually monitors activities on the water ensuring that
merchant and naval shipping transits safely without conflict
with each other and other harbour users.
All activities in the harbour have to be formally risk assessed
and when required, control measures are put in place to
mitigate risk to as low as reasonably practicable. Substantial
investment was recently agreed by the Board to enhance
radar and Automatic Identification System (AIS) capability as
well as new innovative vessel monitoring software to
improve situational awareness. This will greatly enhance the
monitoring capabilities of the Harbour Control Officers
thereby improving navigational safety.
All the “behind the scenes” management and mitigation
measures inevitably have a financial cost which is covered by
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revenue received by PHC, without Government funding.
For those who enjoy the public right to navigate on the
harbour you should be aware that this is dependent on
purchasing the appropriate Harbour Dues. Harbour Dues
can be paid at the Harbour Office or at any marina or yacht
club in Poole Harbour. Alternatively why not use our online
payment service which can be used via the PHC website
mentioned below. This is your contribution to navigational
safety and the environment.
The incredible Poole Harbour environment is of course what
makes the harbour such an amazing place to be and we
should all play our part in ensuring it is protected for many
generations to come. Please make yourself aware of the very
sensitive areas around the harbour, especially to the South.
PHC were required by Government to produce a
Navigational Safety Management Plan which has recently
been updated and is available to view or download from
the PHC website. A number of important PHC marine
policies are included in this plan which covers the following
areas: Navigational Safety, Pilotage, Hydrographic,
Enforcement, Training, Harbour Control, Moorings,
Wrecks, Dredging, Environment and not least Consultation.
This publication has proved to be very popular over the
years, not only for the local harbour community but also for
the many visitors that are welcomed each year. I do hope
you will make good use of this guide in 2013 which is
intended to keep you updated with all that Poole Harbour
has to offer and to have an understanding of local regulation
which will help to make your time on the water a safer and
more enjoyable experience.
More detailed information can be obtained from the Poole
Harbour Commissioners website www.phc.co.uk which is
regularly updated.
Continue to safely enjoy and look after this beautiful harbour
and please do not hesitate to contact me about any harbour
related matter by writing to the harbour office or by email to
pooleharbourcommissioners@phc.co.uk
Alternatively follow us on Facebook and Twitter.
Captain Brian Murphy AFNI
Harbour Master

Navigation Hints – See Admiralty Chart 2611
The approach to Poole
• Avoid sailing in the main navigational channels where
possible, especially in poor visibility. Be aware of the
effect of passing close to a large vessel. The
displacement can pull the water from under you
without notice.
• Give right of way to large vessels which are limited in
their manoeuvring space. Remember they may have
less room than is immediately apparent.
• If you have to proceed within the channel keep to
the starboard (right hand) side.
• Be Alert ~ keep a sharp look out for vessels
surveying, dredging and laying buoys or moorings.
Look around you ~ especially astern.
• Watch your wash ~ even when you are proceeding
within the speed limit, you may be creating a wash.
Slow down whenever you see other vessel activity
which could be affected, for example craft embarking
passengers or youngsters in canoes.
• The International Regulations for Preventing Collisions
at Sea apply to all vessels ~ including those racing.
• Take particular care with boats under sail, especially
when they are racing.
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Navigational Safety Guidance
• If approaching from the Solent, the entrance is identifiable from the high cliffs of Anvil Point. When nearer, the rocks
of Old Harry (Handfast Point) are clearly visible. The Swash Channel is clearly marked.
• When leaving for, or approaching from west, beware of the race off Handfast Point on the ebb tide.
• The Harbour is accessible at all states of the tide and is only dangerous in very strong S and SE winds, particularly on
the ebb tide.
• The entrance channel ‘The Swash’ passes between the Training Bank, on the western side, and Hook Sands to the
east. Be careful of the Chain Ferry, just at the entrance, as the ebb can run at 3 to 4 knots.
Navigational Safety Guidance
• Be visible and make your intentions clear. You may
think you know what you are doing and where you
are going, but put yourself in the shoes of the Master
of the cross channel ferry ~ does he know what
your intentions are?
• You may see a large ship at all times, but if you
disappear from the view of the Master of a ship
you are too close,
• Do not underestimate the speed of other ships. If
your boat is slow you might not be able to take
effective action to keep clear if you find yourself on a
collision course. If in doubt, take avoiding action and
take it early.
• Do not anchor or drift in any navigational channel or
create an obstruction within the channels.
• Do not secure to, or obscure any navigational marks.
buoy, beacon or stake.
• Mariners are advised that large inbound vessels will
tend to be on the port hand side of the channel
between the Harbour Entrance and North Haven
Point to avoid Chapmans Peak.

Navigational Safety Guidance
If There’s an Accident
If you are involved in a marine incident or
accident, no matter how minor, within Poole
Harbour and its approach channels, you
must report the fact to the Harbour
Authority as soon as possible.
Standard report forms are available in the
Harbour Office but an initial report should
be made to Poole Harbour Control or to the
Harbour Master’s patrol launch, call sign
‘VIGILANT’ on VHF Channel 14
Report forms are available to download
from the PHC website:
www.phc.co.uk
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Harbour Control
Poole Harbour Control is a 24/7 all year round vessel
monitoring centre providing essential information to
commercial and leisure marine traffic. It is the first point
of contact for all craft especially in the event of an
incident or accident. The Harbour Control Officer
(HCO) has a number of resources available to keep
watch on various activities, day and night, including
Radar, CCTV, AIS, and the latest in 3D vessel
monitoring equipment. The HCO is also assisted by a
number of patrol vessels and organisations around the
harbour as well as the harbour user. All monitoring
equipment is recordable including voice communications
for safety and training purposes and to assist in incident
investigation.
The HCO should be contacted in the event of any
emergency in the harbour using:
VHF Channel 14 or 16
Call sign: “Poole Harbour Control”
Telephone 01202 440230
Fax: 01202 674801
Email: harbourcontrol@phc.co.uk

• The Swash Channel from the Bar Buoy
to the Chain Ferry
• The Haven Channel from the Chain
Ferry to 16 buoy
• The Middle Ship Channel, from 16 buoy
to Stakes Buoy
• The Turning Basin, off the Ferry Port
• The Little Channel from Stakes to
Poole Bridge
All recreational craft should take particular care of these
areas, and must avoid impeding larger vessels which can
navigate only within these channels. The North Channel
is not maintained by dredging and is used by commercial
shipping only in an emergency.
See chart (inside front cover) for details
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Navigational Safety Guidance
Main Shipping Channels
The Harbour
Entrance
The entrance is the most hazardous area of the harbour
and special vigilance and care is required when passing
through. It is only 300 metres wide, with very strong
tidal streams particularly at spring ebb and a slow moving
chain ferry operates at its narrowest point.
Sailing vessels so fitted please use your engines when
transitting the entrance. It may be a source of pride to
you to achieve this under sail alone, but it is not safe
when congested, and imposes greater risk to other users,
especially when the wind is light and the stream strong.
Anticipate the chain ferry’s movements. A black ball
hoisted at the forward end will indicate its intention to
move off the slipway. The white flashing strobe light will
be activated to indicate the direction of movement when
the engines are engaged. The chain ferry operates to a
schedule and has right of way, so please think ahead and
try and pass well clear astern of it.
Remember that the chains will be taut and
shallow in front of the ferry and that they
are also a hazard at the rear.
Dinghies sailed by trainees should be towed through the
harbour entrance until they are in clear water outside.
Do not lay any mooring, fishing equipment or any
other item which may create a hazard to navigation.

The Chain Ferry has Right of Way!
The chain ferry has right of way over all craft except
those under compulsory pilotage. Basically, this means
that if you don’t have a pilot onboard then you must give
way to the chain ferry. Mariners are advised that there is
a Harbour Commissioners Byelaw in place to enforce
this right of way which has significantly reduced the
number of incidents involving the chain ferry.
•When approaching the chain ferry mariners should
note that a black ball and a strobe light will indicate the
direction of travel.
•Mariners should keep well clear passing astern and
should never attempt to pass close ahead.
Be extremely careful where the chain ferry
crosses at the harbour entrance
When approaching the ferry crossing point, anticipate its
direction of movement and plan your course of action
well in advance.
Local Notices
to Mariners
Local Notices to Mariners are issued by the Harbour
Master on a regular basis to inform mariners of any
operations or works taking place in the harbour which
may affect the safety of navigation.
These are distributed to all the marine operations
involved in the harbour area, as well as adjacent
Harbour Masters, local marine offices and notice boards
at harbour access points. Acquaint yourself with the
location of these notices and check regularly for new
and relevant information.
Local Notices may be obtained from the Harbour
Office in New Quay Road, or the Poole Quay Boat
Haven Office on Town Quay or on the PHC website:
www.phc.co.uk
If you wish to be added to the distribution list (by email)
then please contact Annie Willats on (01202) 440210 or
anniewillats@phc.co.uk
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Take particular note of the tide strength and direction
because it is at its strongest in the harbour entrance
and can often have a greater effect than the wind upon
vessels under sail alone.
There is a very real danger of being
swept down onto the ferry under these
conditions. Remember, the ferry can do
very little to get out of your way.
As a guide, ferry crossing times are on the hour from the
Haven Hotel (north) side and every twenty minutes
from thereon from 07.00 hours to 23.00 hours all year,
except Christmas Day.
From the Studland (south) side, crossing times start at
07.10 hours and then every twenty minutes until 23.10
hours. At peak periods, this schedule may change when
a continuous shuttle is normally run.
Channel
Marks
All navigational marks in Poole Harbour conform to IALA
Region ‘A’ System of Buoyage and are positioned as
shown in the latest editions of Admiralty Chart 2611 and
Imray Laurie Y23.
Buoys are numbered consecutively from the seaward
end of the Swash Channel, Poole Bar Buoy being No1.
Buoys marking the port hand side of the channel have
even numbers and the buoys on the starboard side have
odd numbers.
A new edition of Admiralty Chart No. 2611 was
published in December 2010.
Minor channels are marked with stakes, the colours
and top marks of which conform to the IALA System of
Buoyage. All stakes are fitted with luminous tape, two

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Précis of
Relevant
Byelaws
Byelaws are essential tools for the safe management of the Harbour. While it is the
Harbour Commissioners’ policy to educate, it is unfortunate that prosecution action
in the courts is necessary for those who refuse to behave in a responsible manner.
These are the important byelaws which affect recreational users:
1 All vessels shall conform to the orders and
directions of the Harbour Master.
2(a) Every vessel shall be navigated with care and
caution and at such speed and in such manner as
not to endanger the lives or cause injury or be a
nuisance to persons or endanger the safety of or
cause damage to other vessels, moorings, buoys,
beacons or other property.
2(aa) Vessels shall not be navigated at a speed
exceeding 10 knots through the water.
2(b) Vessels shall not be navigated at speed exceeding
6 knots in the Little Channel, between the Quays
and in Holes Bay.
2(bb) No person shall engage in board sailing within the
Middle Ship Channel or within the Haven
Channel without the Harbour Master’s written
consent. Persons intending to cross these
channels shall do so by the shortest possible route
and so as not cause an obstruction to other
vessels navigating in the channel.
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2(c) Persons or vessels engaged in fishing with nets,
lines, or trawls shall not obstruct with their vessels
or gear any channel or fairway used by vessels.
2(d) Vessels may not wilfully be permitted to drift in a
fairway for the purpose of fishing or any other
purpose.
2(e) No person shall engage in water skiing, ascending
by towed kite or parachute, or use a jet ski or
hovercraft except with the written permission of
the Harbour Master.
Chain Ferry Byelaw
Priority between chain ferry and
other vessels. All vessels navigating
in the Harbour which are not
subject to compulsory pilotage
shall give way to the chain ferry
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Byelaws
Poole Harbour (Harbour Traffic Signals) (Poole
Bridges) Byelaws 2011
The Master of a vessel moving in the vicinity of the downstream bridge or the upstream
bridge must comply at all times with an indication given by the signals.
Significance of Signals
(1) A red signal conveys the prohibition that vessels
must not proceed beyond the signal
(2) A flashing red signal indicates a serious emergency
and conveys the prohibition that vessels must not
proceed beyond the signal
(3) A green signal indicates that vessels may proceed
beyond the signal
(4) A red-with-yellow signal indicates that vessels may
proceed with caution beyond the signal
Call Sign “Poole Bridge” – VHF Ch 12
For current timetable go to
www.phc.co.uk or
www.boroughofpoole.com
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Exemptions from Speed Limit
From time to time you will see craft exceeding the speed limit through the harbour.
The following list of vessels have permission to exceed the speed limit in
the circumstances described:
Police Vessels
Harbour Patrol Vessels
VANGUARD, VANDYKE (Standby Pilot Boat),
VIGILANT, SURVEY ONE, VIXEN (RIB), VIPER (PW).
These craft will all patrol within the speed limit under
normal circumstances, but will respond to emergencies,
byelaws and other infringements at high speed.
RNLI Lifeboat and Inshore Lifeboat
When on rescue or lifesaving operations.
Coastguard RIB
When on rescue or lifesaving operations.
Royal Marines
The Royal Marines employ a number of fast training
craft and will exceed the speed limit when on
operational duties. They will normally fly the White
Ensign on these occasions.
Test Run Area
The half mile ‘Test Run’ between Nos. 36 and WH 2
buoys in the Wareham Channel is for the testing of
‘production craft’ (e.g. Sunseeker) when sea conditions
outside the Harbour are unsuitable. These boats have to
be launched and tested on a regular basis, often to meet
important export schedules. If you have a legitimate
need to use this facility apply to the Harbour Master.
Unauthorised high speed use of this facility will be
considered a breach of the speed limit byelaw.
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PLEASE NOTE
Radar, CCTV, VHF communications and
telephone conversations to Harbour
Control are recorded for safety and
training purposes
The Speed Limit of 10 knots is
applicable throughout the year.
Mariners are advised that in
accordance with the Poole Harbour
Byelaw 2(aa) speed restrictions are
relaxed within the Wareham Channel,
Middle Ship Channel and North
Channel during the period 1st October
to 31st March. The speed limits still
apply throughout the rest of the
harbour, especially 6 knots in Little
Channel and Holes Bay, and 10 knots
in the harbour entrance area between
Bell Buoy and 1400 metres from South
Haven Point.
Speeding and excessive wash
offences are taken very seriously
and may result in prosecution

Poole
Harbour
Watch
Poole Harbour Watch is the neighbourhood watch of the
harbour. It is run by boat owners with the aim of
reducing crime in Poole Harbour, afloat or ashore,
including boatyards, marinas and clubs. Funded by
voluntary contributions it is a community project working
with the Police, Harbour Authorities and other agencies
to fight crime and make Poole Harbour a safe and
enjoyable place for all.
Self help, preventing thefts. Remove what is practical
from your boat and a deterrent is to mark other items.
We recommend SelectaDNA which can be obtained
locally from ‘LV Streetwise’
helen@streetwise.org.uk
Keep a record of all serial numbers
Further details can be obtained from
David Butcher
T: 07775 644474
E: dgbutcher@ntlworld.com
Harbour Security
Poole Harbour Watch
Working together with the Police,
Harbour Authorities and the public.
It’s all about Vigilance
and Feedback
PHW is a combination of resources from
the various authorities and most of the
Yacht Clubs and Marinas of the harbour;
plus members of the public.
We would welcome YOUR help too!
It is the Neighbourhood
Watch of the Harbour
Emergency, (crime in progress): . . .999
Please report ALL thefts/vandalism: . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .phone 101
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Maritime
Volunteer
Service
by Nigel Barrow
If you are a regular or occasional user of the harbour or a
visitor to Poole Quay you will undoubtedly have seen
one or more of the five vessels of the Maritime Volunteer
Service (MVS) around and about in the harbour.
MVS Poole is the largest, fastest growing and most
dynamic of the MVS units, with more than eighty
members meeting every Monday evening for shore-based
classroom training in one of several venues scattered
through the Port of Poole and the surrounding area.
They carry out many voluntary activities, both shore
and water-based. This could be, assisting the Harbour
Master and his staff around the harbour, organising and
maintaining the boat exclusion zone at the Bournemouth
Air Festival or marshalling at other large maritime events
such as The International Festival of the Sea or even the
Olympics at Weymouth.
Nationally, the Maritime Volunteer Service’s main aims
are to provide its members with practical training in
seamanship, small boat handling, engineering and
communications skills so that they may then use those
skills to benefit others through events and activities
organised by the local units. The MVS has 35 units
around the coast and estuaries of the United Kingdom.
Regular national, regional and local exercises are carried
out with port authorities, the RNLI and HM Coastguard.
Anyone aged eighteen or over can join and providing a
volunteer is in good health, there is no upper age limit.
The MVS is a totally self-funding charity and relies on
donations from individuals, other organisations and
businesses to achieve its aims.
Classroom training is put into practice in evening and
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weekend training sessions aboard one of their two
launches, Avocet and Tom Sherrin, the 4.5 metre brightred
dory named MaViS, a 5.5 metre RIB, Trevora, or a
jet-ski. The launches crewed by MVS personnel are used
by the Harbour Master to carry out regular weekend
patrols of certain parts of the harbour, selling passes and
assisting and advising harbour users of the uses and
limitations of certain areas of the harbour. There are
regular weekend jet-ski patrols and they have recently
added another jet-ski to their fleet.
As well as these local patrols and marshalling the MVS
gets involved with oil spill response exercises and can be
asked to attend at other emergencies, such as when
Napoli went aground in Lyme Bay a few years ago.
They also assist the local coastguard with regular patrols
around Poole Bay.
The MVS is always keen to find new ways to use
resources to support and assist the people who live and
work around the Poole area so would welcome an
approach from local groups, organisations or individuals.
They have a lot of ongoing commitments so are
continuously looking for new members, both unskilled
and skilled, if you think you can give a few hours a week
learning or teaching maritime skills then contact them
through their website www.mvspoole.org.uk or if you
prefer you can call the Deputy head of Unit, Nigel
Barrow on 07780 112548.
If you would like to know more about units in other
parts of the British Isles or the national operation see the
national website: www.mvs.org.uk

Harbour Patrols
Poole Harbour Commissioners operate a number of
patrol vessels in the harbour, especially at peak times
when activity on the water is increased. The patrol
vessels also work closely with other organisations
including Dorset Police, Dorset Fire and Rescue Service,
RNLI and the Southern Inshore Fisheries Conservation
Authority. Because of this patrols are extended into late
evenings to assist in the battle against crime in Poole
Harbour. These vessels are on constant alert to respond
to incidents and to watch out for misdemeanors and
problems and may ask you to stop to communicate and
obtain information. Be prepared to stop if asked to do so.
Use of VHF Radio
If you have a marine radio on your boat, maintain a
listening watch on Channel 16 outside the Harbour area
but remember this is a calling and distress frequency. It is
not a conversational channel and except in an
emergency, you must switch to another channel when
contact has been made.
In the Swash Channel and inside the Harbour it is
advisable to maintain a listening watch on Channel 14
which is the Harbour operations channel. You should
not communicate on this channel unless it is necessary
for safety reasons, but you will be able to follow and
anticipate the movements of other shipping.
All harbour patrol launches, Harbour Control,
Sandbanks Chain Ferry and the Dorset Marine Police
keep watch on Channel 14.
“Poole Bridge” VHF Channel 12
Harbour Patrols
The Harbour Master will prosecute offenders on
occasions of dangerous or irresponsible behavior. The
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The vessels are not there just for enforcement purposes,
they are also there to provide a valuable source of
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Watch Your Wash!
We all like going fast – it can be exhilarating and exciting.
Going slow can be tedious especially when you are
keen to get out of the harbour on a nice summers day.
But there is a time and place for everything and
proceeding at speed within the harbour increases risk of
collision and makes life uncomfortable and dangerous
for other users. Every reported incident and complaint
has to be investigated and the appropriate action taken,
which has included successful prosecutions.
BUT REMEMBER, IT IS NOT JUST YOUR
SPEED THAT YOU NEED TO WATCH.
KEEP A GOOD LOOKOUT (INCLUDING
ASTERN) AND REALISE WHAT EFFECT
YOUR WASH IS HAVING ON OTHER
USERS. SLOW DOWN WHEN YOU SEE
VESSELS MORE VULNERABLE – E.G:
VESSELS ON MOORINGS
PARTICULARLY WITH DINGHIES
ALONGSIDE, YOUNGSTERS IN
CANOES, PASSENGERS EMBARKING
FROM A FERRY
Watch Your Wake!
Behaviour in Poole Harbour is generally good. We rely
on the majority to set a good example. There is
however always a minority who blatantly flout the limits
and there are also those who will nudge the throttle up
and think they can get away with a couple of extra
knots. If the Harbour Patrol Officer estimates that you
are above the speed limit, you will probably get a hand
signal to slow down. If you do not you will be
followed, warned and your boat name will be noted.
Prosecution proceedings may commence in the first
instance depending on the circumstances of the case.
As a statutory authority we have similar powers to the
police regarding the enforcement of byelaws. If the
police detect offenders, they will pass their reports to
Poole Harbour Commissioners for further action. We
employ solicitors who take our cases to the
magistrate’s court. For more serious cases (i.e. offences
against the Collision Regulations) we would consult the
MCA and decide who would take the case forward.
How do we measure speed? The speed limit is
“through the water”. Speed is measured by a
conventional speed log, usually driven by a smaller
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impellor. It needs to be checked regularly for accuracy.
Speed “over the ground” is measured very accurately
by GPS, and many recreational crafts are fitted with this
facility. If there are no tidal or weather conditions, your
speed “over the ground” and “through the water” will
be the same. Remember therefore, if you are
measuring your speed by GPS, make allowance for the
tidal stream to give your speed “through the water”.
Our launches are fitted with both conventional logs and
GPS so that we can measure both.
We will normally measure your speed by following at
a set distance over several hundred yards – our
equipment is checked on a daily basis. We can also
check speed accurately on radar within the harbour
and CCTV is also very useful in the initial detection
of speeding craft. I would like to advise that PHC
have always been successful in securing a conviction
on this basis.
In summary:
• The speed limit helps reduce the risk of
an accident – please abide by it. See
latest Local Notice to Mariners on the
PHC website: www.phc.co.uk
• Please watch your wash. Keep a good
lookout, including astern and do not
inconvenience other harbour users.
• Have a safe passage through the
harbour! Savour the beauty and save
your speed till you get into clear
water outside.
• Remember not all harbour users may be
as experienced as you – Be courteous.
Watch Your Wake!
Keep safe and enjoy!
Captain Brian Murphy
Harbour Master

Watch
your
wash!
The following areas are of particular concern in the
harbour where the potential risk is higher and where
great care is needed so as not to endanger other craft:
Brownsea Island and
Sandbanks Jetties
Passenger boats regularly embark and disembark
passengers for Brownsea Island at these jetties.
Town Quay
Passenger boats operate between The Jolly Sailor berth
and Old Orchard, regularly embarking and disembarking
passengers.
Craft berthed alongside in these areas are particularly
vulnerable to wash, which can cause injury to personnel
and damage to craft, with the subsequent potential for
pollution. Coxswains of vessels underway should be
careful that their wash is not causing inconvenience or
danger to vessels berthed alongside. Similarly, coxswains
of vessels carrying out embarkation /disembarkation of
passengers within these areas must be aware of their
vulnerability and take appropriate precautions.
Harbour Control and patrol staff will be monitoring this
situation carefully over the summer season with the aim
of reducing the number of incidents. Prosecution action
will be taken where appropriate.
It is unfortunate that prosecution
action is sometimes necessary for
those who do not watch their wash
– Byelaw 2(a)
Speeding and excessive
wash offences are
taken very seriously
and may result in
prosecution
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Damage by an anchor chain
Protecting the
Harbour’s
Eelgrass Beds
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Eelgrass pulled up on an anchor
Eelgrasses, although they grow in the sea are not
seaweeds. They are flowering plants with tubers and
roots buried in the sediment and strap-like green leaves
and flowering stems which stand up in the water.
Common eelgrass is the largest of the three species that
grow in Britain. It has leaves that can be up to 1metre
long and typically grows in shallow inshore areas that are
permanently covered by the sea.
Eelgrass ‘meadows’ are highly productive, stabilize the
sediment, and provide a sheltered habitat that supports
a large number and wide diversity of marine organisms
including cuttlefish, pipefish, wrasse and gobies.
Eelgrass beds within Poole Harbour also provide a
home to both spiny and short-snouted seahorses. Both
species of seahorse are now legally protected by the
Wildlife and Countryside Act (1981). It is an offence to
intentionally kill, injure or take these animals or to
intentionally or recklessly cause damage to or destroy
any structure or place which they use for shelter or
protection. Eelgrass is also an important food resource
for wintering wildfowl, including brent geese and wigeon.
Eelgrass is not physically robust. Its leaves and roots
can be easily damaged, and seeds buried too deeply to
germinate by activities such as trampling, anchoring,
digging, shellfish dredging and by wash from power
boats and personal watercraft. Whilst eelgrass beds may
persist in areas where these activities occur, they may
not be as healthy or as extensive as they could be.
Eelgrass beds within Poole Harbour are restricted to
two main swathes in Whitley Lake. Both of these areas
are identified in the Aquatic Management Plan as
‘anchorage sensitive zones’ (see map in this guide).
Poole Harbour Commissioners’ Moorings Policy 2008
aims to phase out moorings in these environmentally

sensitive areas. In the meantime, everyone can help to
protect Poole Harbour’s eelgrass beds and the rich plant
and animal communities that they support by following
these simple guidelines.....
Eelgrass Do’s and Don’ts
• Do be aware of where the eelgrass beds
are in the harbour
• Don’t drop anchor within these areas
• Don’t travel at high speeds that create
significant amounts of wash in these areas
• Do not dredge, bait drag or dig in
these areas
• Don’t trample the seabed in these areas
For further information please contact:
Natural England (Tel 01929 557450)
Poole Harbour Commissioners
(Tel 01202 440200 EXT 317)
Pictures courtesy of Steve Trewhella
and Mike Markey
Environment
Spiny Seahorse
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Protecting the Environment
Poole Harbour and its environs has long been
recognized both nationally and internationally as being of
high biological importance and is one of the largest
examples of an estuary with an enclosed lagoonal
character in Britain.
The harbour is mostly shallow and contains a high
proportion of intertidal saltmarshes and mudflats. These
give way to freshwater marshes, reed beds and wet
grasslands on low, poorly drained land above the tidal
level, and also transitions to heathland on higher sandy
ground and heathland mires in small tributary valleys.
The wetland habitats fringing the Harbour support
large numbers of wintering, migrating and breeding birds
along with many rare and uncommon plants and
invertebrates. The Harbour bed is important for marine
invertebrates such as sponges, tube worms, sea squirts
and sea mats, including some that are rare around
Britain’s shoreline. Areas of heathland support further
rare and uncommon birds, invertebrates and reptiles,
while pine woodland on some of the Harbour’s islands
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is of national importance for some of England’s last
surviving populations of red squirrels.
The range of estuarine, wetland and heathland
habitats, their large extent and the rare plants and
animals they support, together with the large variety and
number of birds, means Poole Harbour is recognized as
being of National and International Importance
and the area holds a number of statutory designations
which serve to protect the natural environment. Poole
Harbour is designated a Site of Special Scientific Interest
(SSSI) a Special Protected Area (SPA) and a Ramsar site.
The heathlands surrounding the Harbour have been
designated a Special Area of Conservation (SAC). Some
areas of the harbour have also been declared Local and
National Nature Reserves.
The Harbour is also within an area recognised for its
landscape value and part of the Purbeck Heritage Coast
and part of an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The
AONB includes all the islands of the Harbour as well as
much of the water area.
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Quiet Areas
The south side of the harbour is a Quiet Area with an
advisory six knot speed limit. The small bays and inlets
are areas where birds feed, roost and breed and are
particularly sensitive to disturbance.
The quiet zone lies to the south of a line from Patchins
Point to South Haven Point. This area allows yachtsman
and other recreationalists a quiet anchorage in which to
enjoy the beauty of the Harbour without the bustle
associated with the northern channels.
The provision of this quiet area has helped to reduce
adverse impacts on the flora and fauna of the
undeveloped mudflats and shallow inlets which
characterize much of the southern shores.
Many of the redshank which nest in Poole Harbour do
so in the saltmarsh of this area. The Quiet Area is a ‘safe
haven’ for birds and wildlife as well as for humans. It is
intended to maintain the current policy against changes
in land use and excessive recreational activity. Personal
Watercraft have their own area exempt from the speed
limit and are not allowed in the quiet area.
Redshank
While in the
Harbour
Harbour Environment
• Do not land in unauthorised places
The foreshores of the southern side of the
Harbour and on the islands in the Harbour are
private property and the permission of the
owner MUST be obtained before landing
• Be aware of the nature reserves
Birds need to feed, roost and in some cases
nest on the foreshores and saltmarshes.
Children and dogs must be under control in
these areas
• Keep away from roosting and feeding birds
Try not to disturb birds swimming or feeding
in the water
• Do not dump rubbish, oily waste or any
other noxious substance in the water or on
the foreshore
This is very harmful to the environment and is
an offence against the Harbour Byelaws.
There are good facilities for the disposal of
garbage and oily waste at the Poole Quay Boat
Haven and in all the marinas, boat yards and
yacht clubs.
• Keep noise levels as low as possible.
Unnecessary loud and persistent noise
disturbs everyone.
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The birdlife of
Poole Harbour
Poole Harbour is ideal for bird watching. There are large
Nature Reserves on its southern shore at Studland and
Arne. On the northern shore nature reserves have been
established at Ham Common and Parkstone Bay. A bird
watching hide has been provided by local RSPB Members
Group at Upton Country Park. Good views of birds can
also be had from Baiter Park, Whitecliff, Hamworthy Park
and Sandbanks.
These illustrations show some of the birds that may be
seen in the Harbour. Some feed on the open mud; the
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waders using their long beaks to probe into the mud for
food. Ducks and geese are more likely to be seen in the
open water, although Brent Geese may feed on nearby
grassland, including playing fields.
The Harbour is on an important migration route. Some
birds, like the Brent Goose, are only found in winter –
leaving in the spring to breed further north. Others, such
as the Sandwich Tern, breed here in the summer but fly
south for the winter.

Illustrations by Maria Burns
Tick off once seen
1 Mute Swan
2 Brent Goose
3 Great Crested
Grebe
4 Pintail
5 Teal
6 Pochard
7 Red Breasted
Merganster
8 Widgeon
9 Goldeneye
10 Mallard
11 Tufted Duck
12 Shelduck
13 Dabchick
(Little Grebe)
14 Little Egret
15 Dunlin
16 Common
Sandpiper
17 Bar-Tailed Godwit
18 Avocet
19 Oystercatcher
20 Grey Plover
21 Curlew
22 Ringed Plover
23 Greenshank
24 Turnstone
Harbour Environment
25 Redshank
26 Heron
27 Black-Tailed
Godwit
28 Kingfisher
29 Common Tern
30 Sandwich Tern
31 Greater Black-
Backed Gull
32 Black-Headed Gull
33 Common Gull
34 Herring Gull
35 Cormorant
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The Dorset Coast Forum (DCF) promotes a sustainable approach to the
management, use and development of Dorset’s coastal zone. It does this by
encouraging partnership working between different interest groups/organisations,
gathering and disseminating relevant information, leading in projects and helping
to influence coastal and marine policy. The DCF has broad expertise and is
made up of 260 organisations from the private, voluntary and public sectors.
For more information or to become a member visit: www.dorsetcoast.com
or contact email: dorset.coast@dorsetcc.gov.uk
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• Real time data such as the tide times,
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• Sensitive and restricted areas
• Codes of conduct for each activity
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Watching your speed inshore – Bathing is very popular on the beaches in this area. 8 knot
speed limits applies off bathing beaches at Swanage, Studland, Poole and Bournemouth and in
place between 1 May and 30 September
Respecting other water users – Poole Harbour and the inshore waters can be busy, take
care to follow the rules of your sport to avoid conflict or collisions.
Keeping wildlife safe - Dorset waters are extremely rich in marine life dolphins, seabirds
and other creatures therefore please steer clear of sensitive areas.
Helping to achieve a ‘Litter Free Coast and Sea’
Organisations and local communities are working together on the Dorset BeachCare project
to reduce the social, economic and environmental impacts of marine and beach litter, and
improve and maintain bathing water quality on the Dorset Coast.
• Join a local BeachCare group to be part of local campaigns and help make a difference
at your beach - http://www.dorsetforyou.com/litter-free-coast
• Use the sewage pump out stations located at the marinas in Poole Harbour to dispose
of your waste:
Poole Quay Boat Haven. Tel 01202 649488 and Salterns Marina Ltd. Tel 01202 709971
• Enjoy your BBQ but please clear up afterwards
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Brownsea Island ~
A jewel set in a magnificent crown
Take a unique journey to
explore an island rich in
history, wildlife and adventure
Begin your Brownsea adventure with an exciting boat
trip across Poole Harbour from Poole Quay or
Sandbanks. Whether you love nature or just want to
escape the stresses of modern life or have fun with the
kids, Brownsea Island is the perfect place to explore,
relax and take time out.
Take time to explore wonderful woodland, heathland
and coastal walks with friends and family and discover
Brownsea’s unique wildlife along the way. Brownsea
Island has important populations of red squirrels (one of
only two places left in Southern England) and nesting
seabirds, especially terns. The Visitor Centre tells the
story of the island’s fascinating history which includes use
as a coastguard station, Victorian pottery, Edwardian
country estate and a decoy in World War II.
There are lots of secluded picnic spots and places to
soak up the stunning harbour views. There’s also plenty
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for children to do they can get wild about wildlife with a
Brownsea Island tracker pack exploring the island’s
wildlife or take part in a smugglers trail; they also have a
range of exciting seasonal events and activities throughout
the year, so plenty to keep the little ones busy!
Finish your island adventure with a delicious cream tea
in the Villano Café overlooking Poole Harbour and then
shop for a Brownsea souvenir or local Dorset goodies in
the new gift shop.
You can also be part of the Brownsea Island
adventure and support them by volunteering, visiting,
taking part in events and activities, or becoming a
National Trust member.
For further information please call: 01202 707744
or visit:
www.nationaltrust.org.uk/brownsea-island

Brownsea is not the only island in the harbour. Poole
Harbour is home to a total of eight islands, which have
an interesting and diverse range of uses. The six largest
are mentioned here:
Adjacent to Brownsea is Furzey. Furzey Island is home
to a well hidden oil well and gathering station for Wytch
Farm – Britain's largest onshore oil development, linked
by pipeline to the refinery at Fawley. This island is also
home to the red squirrel which have been studied on
Furzey since 1986. Annual trapping has shown that the
population varies from 18 to 57 adults, on only 6ha of
woodland. The thriving population is largely due to the
excellent cone crops from the Scots pines on the island.
Next door is Green Island is a Site of Special Scientific
Interest (SSSI) and Special Protection Area (SPA) and has
featured on the archaeology programme Time Team. It
covers approximately 45 acres at low tide and is covered
Harbour Islands
in extensive woodland in the centre, made up of Scots
pine with several small areas of heathland. There are
two buildings on the island, helicopter landing pad, a
private wooden jetty as well as a beach area. Recently
Green Island was put on the market for £2.5m and has
been sold. When it last went on the market in 1987 it
sold for £500,000!
Long Island has recently been sold for over a million,
however, the new owner cannot build a home but will
be permitted to pitch a tent in the wilderness for
accommodation.
Apparently, Pergin’s Island in Holes Bay is haunted.
Rumour has it that Pergin’s is where the people of Poole
used to take ‘witches’, tie them to trees and leave them
to die – Spooky!
Dorset Wildfowlers’ Association for Shooting and
Conservation own the 6-acre Giggers Island.
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Bustling & Fascinating: Poole Quay
Bustling Poole Quay – a great base to sit back in one of
the many restaurants and bars and watch the visiting
yachts and the harbour beyond.
However your first stop should be the Poole
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Welcome Centre which is centrally situated. Their
friendly staff will guide you to the many delights Poole
and its superb harbour has to offer.
Out on the water there’s the buzzing activity of
yachts, fishing boats and tall ship crews plus don't miss
the luxury Sunseeker motor yachts at their workshop
across from the Quay, just near Poole Bridge.
Near the marina you’ll find Poole Pottery with its
extensive collection of Poole’s international renowned
pottery, watch the pottery being designed and created,
plus have a go at creating your own masterpiece.
Poole Museum
Immerse yourself in history – Poole has a fascinating
past, check out the recently refurbished Poole Museum
just off the Quay near the High Street. The museum is
free and fully accessible to all.
Poole's rich history is revealed in the museum's four
floors of galleries. Displays range from archaeology to
art, from pirates to potteries. Facilities include a terrace
and visitor lounge with magnificent views over Poole
Harbour and Old Town. The original fabric of the 18th
century harbour warehouse which houses the main
displays has been carefully revealed to provide the
perfect setting for the story of Poole and its people to
be told. The Route One bus stops outside the Museum.
Historic Poole Old Town is close by, offering yet more
restaurants, traditional pubs, cafes and shops. Take a
stroll along the High Street, at the far end is the Dolphin
Shopping Centre with a multitude of fine shops.

Pirates
Poole’s most imfamous pirate was Harry Paye who
lived in Hill Street over 600 years ago. He was a
Privateer, a Commander of the Cinque Ports fleet for
the Admiral and the founder of the ‘Booze Cruise’.
In 1406, during the reign of Henry IV, Harry (or Arry)
Paye captured the French ship Seint Anne of Gerraund.
It was laden with 49 tuns (12,348 gallons) of a fine
Bordeaux claret called Rocelle, the equivalent of Saint
Emillion, which today sells for £6 a bottle, so would
cost about £500,000 today.
Arry's taste for this fine wine was such that in 1407,
in command of a fleet of just 15 ships, he captured 120
French vessels laden with oil, iron, salt and wine! On
his return to Poole it was reported that the locals were
drunk for a month on the proceeds. So the fisherman
and residents of Poole dedicate ‘Paye Day’ to the
exploits of the great Arry Paye, which in 2013 is
celebrated on Saturday June 15th.
Poole Pottery
The story of Poole really began long before Old Harry
existed, when the first Stone Age men moved into
Dorset and Britain was still joined to Europe, long
before the sea broke through the chalk cliffs and the
land sank to form the English Channel.
The first inhabitants were nomadic people who lived
in the woods and forests along the Stour Valley.
Poole Quay & Eating Out
As they gradually became established the early
settlers moved down the rivers and began to explore
the harbour channels travelling around in boats carved
from huge logs.
Iron Age Men became involved in making >>
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Take a Gastronomic Tour
pottery. This link has continued on through the
centuries with pots, clay pipes, tiles and of course the
world famous Poole Pottery.
Cockle Trail
Discover how the town has changed over hundreds of
years, including tales from the smugglers and sailors to
the ghosts and ghouls who have inhabited the town.
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Follow the brass plaques in the pavement to retrace
Poole's history, as well as learning about the presentday
landmarks. Discover what secrets are hidden
within our old buildings – pick up a leaflet at Poole
Welcome Centre.
Land Train
Poole's Land Train is the most fun way to see the town.
The adventure starts at Poole Quay every 15 mins past
the hour and takes you on a leisurely 45 min journey
stopping at the High Street and beautiful Poole Park
allowing you to hop on and off along the journey.
Dining Out
Poole is famous for its fine dining and fantastic food in
great locations featured here – and on the following
pages – are a some of the best restaurants Poole has
to offer! We take it upon ourselves to check these
restaurants to make sure they are good enough to
Two-Tier Quayside Dining to satisfy many occasions
Lower Deck ~ Café Bar ~ fully licensed open all day, every day from
7am until 10pm offering breakfast, coffee/tea, pastries, paninis,
sandwiches and “specials of the day”. Licensed bar with cask ale,
bottled and draught lagers, wines and spirits.
Excellent venue for private party hire from 60 to 150 people
Upper Deck Restaurant ~ with lovely quayside/harbour views. Open
every day from 12 noon and evening from 6.30pm.
Preparing the best selection of fresh fish & shellfish, succulent steaks,
veal, lamb, duck, pasta & vegetarian dishes. Also a great value
“specials of the day” menu. Private area for up to 60 people.
We will be pleased to quote/cater for any occasion.
Top Deck ~ Guest Room Accommodation 4 Star VisitBritain Award
Menus & More Information: www.corkers.co.uk
Corkers, 1 High Street,The Quay, Poole, BH15 1AB
Email: office@corkers.co.uk Tel: 01202 681393

ecommend to you – it’s a hard job but someone has
to do it!
Poole residents are blessed by living in a prime holiday
area, there are restaurants galore. Just take a walk
through the town – you’ll find it a gastronomic tour of
the World!
Just a short walk from the Quay up the High Street and
Poole Quay & Eating Out
you’ll find The Thai Restaurant, This opened in late
2005 and has built a strong following including royalty,
Prince William has eaten here! The food quality is
excellent and they serve the best yellow curry in town.
Do you like fish? Then Poole is the ‘plaice’ for you! For
generous portions of lovely fresh fish visit Corkers. The
service is good and families are welcome, a must for
lunchtime snacks too. You’ll find Corkers on Poole’s
bustling quayside. Open daily from 7.30am for
Guildhall Tavern
Just a two minute walk from The Quay, 15 Market St, Poole
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eakfast and morning coffees. Corkers has a big
selection, good value all-day Menu.
Whilst talking of fish you must try the Guildhall Tavern
which is run by Frederic and Severine. Located just two
minutes from Poole Quay their friendly French
restaurant has an extensive menu with house specialities
of locally landed delicious fresh fish, crab and lobster.>>
The Deli on the Quay has been established for almost
four years now and its reputation goes from strength to
strength. It is widely accepted as one of the best places
to have lunch in Poole, with its incredibly delicious
food, amazing coffee and fantastic views over the
harbour. The atmosphere is busy but relaxed and
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although it is obviously an upscale delicatessen with fine
food and wine, prices are very reasonable. Coffee,
Cakes, Sandwiches, Quiches, Salads, Wine, Gourmet
Products and much, much more!
Rancho Steak House always strives to serve the best
quality steaks and cuisine; they have an extensive menu
that not only includes the finest cuts of beef, the

delicious steaks are cooked to customer requirements,
succulent chicken meals, fresh sea food and also
vegetarian options.
Located in an historic Poole Quay mill building, La Lupa
restaurant boasts traditional Italian cuisine freshly made
on the day and cooked by Italians to authentic recipes
and regional specialties, in a comfortable, friendly
atmosphere, served with Italian passion and flair.
With its quayside location, Bistro du Vin at Hotel du Vin
offers an elegant and informal setting, perfect for lunch
or dinner. The menu is filled with French-inspired
favourites, plus an excellent selection of wines, that can
be chosen with or without help from the
knowledgeable sommeliers.
OK so not on The Quay but well worth a visit is
Salterns Bistro Restaurant which enjoys a special
position with panoramic sea views, with a terrace
overlooking Poole Harbour; decorated in a light and
airy Mediterranean style with south-facing aspect to
make the most of the location. The restaurant offers a
bistro menu lunch or dinner.
Poole Quay & Eating Out
If you’ve come by boat and berthed at Salterns then
a night out at the bar and bistro is a must.
All the restaurants mentioned here have been ‘tested’ by
the PHG team, all are highly recommended personally
by us so please mention The Poole Harbour Guide when
you visit them – you may even get a free drink!
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SAILING ABILITY: Sailability members
enjoy an outing
Poole Sailability
Poole Sailability is a local charity that enables people
with disabilities to enjoy the sport of sailing in Poole
Harbour. They are based at Rockley Watersports.
On Wednesday evenings and Sunday mornings from
May to October disabled members can sail on their
fleet of Hawk 20 keelboats under the guidance of
experienced sailors. These boats, which can take up to
5 people are fast, fun and have great stability. Poole
Sailability have just acquired a brand new Hawk 20
keelboat, specially built by Reid Marine of Christchurch,
with extra modifications for disabled use.
In the winter months volunteers help to maintain the
boats and hold regular theory training evenings and
social events.
Parkstone Yacht Club have shown great support to
Poole Sailability and are currently the Club
Commodore’s Charity. They have been welcomed and
encouraged by all Parkstone members at racing events,
and the club have held a number of fund raising events
to support them.
Experienced sailors who are able to commit to a few
days a month are always required to act as volunteers.
No experience is necessary for disabled members.
Anyone who would like to join should get in touch,
contact details below.
www.poolesailability.co.uk
e-mail: poolesailability@yahoo.co.uk or telephone Anna Moreland on 01202 632096
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Sports Forum for the Disabled
Knoticat is a specially converted 9 metre sailing
catamaran. Over the last ten years it has provided
hands-on sailing and recreation for thousands of
disabled people in the local area.
The Knoticat organisation is part of the registered
charity Sports Forum for the Disabled (SF) and is run
entirely by local volunteers.
Each year more than 500 disabled people and their
carers sail with them from Poole Quay Boat Haven on
trips lasting about three hours. These trips around the
harbour, along the Jurassic coast, or up the river to
Wareham are entirely free and provide an invigorating
day out for people with all levels of disability.
The boat itself is a twin-screw sailing Catalac
catamaran built by Tom Lack Catamarans of
Christchurch during the 70s. The boat was purchased
by the SF in 2001 and extensively modified to allow
wheelchair access to interior rest facilities and on-board
toilet. It has been in continuous use since purchase and
provides a unique sailing experience for its users. It is
the only free seagoing modified sailing boat for disabled
use that we know of in Britain.
The boat carries modern specialised safety devices, is
fitted with up to date communication and navigation
equipment and is crewed by experienced qualified
www.sailing4all.org
Charity No 900608 – Affiliated to Phab
Secretary Rosalind Green: 077 486 88 999
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individuals. Major maintenance is professionally carried
out backed up with self-help. Cobb’s Quay Marina,
Poole Quay Boat Haven and Poole Harbour
Commissioners provide invaluable support too.
Project ‘Seahorse’ (Safe Easily Accessible Hands-On
Real Sailing Experience) is ongoing, its aim to raise
funds necessary to replace the ageing Knoticat.
Although still safe and functional having recently
undergone a major refit, the boat is becoming a bit of
an old lady. Sponsors, fundraisers and volunteers are
urgently needed to assist in raising money to provide its
successor. Anyone who feels that they can help is asked
to make contact, details below.
The Knoticat team also now needs to expand its
operational side, anyone with an interest in helping in this
direction is asked to contact the secretary. The
operational needs lie particularly in fundraising,
sponsorship, administration, public relations, boat
maintenance and record keeping. There is also a
requirement for experienced crew and trainees. Training
is available for all tasks at all levels and involvement can be
as little or as much as volunteers wish.
All disabled people, resident or visitor, who would like
to sail with them at any level should contact the booking
line or visit the website for up to date information.
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The Friends
of Dolphin
Dolphin was conceived as a special project by the
Rotary Club of Parkstone in 1979 to celebrate the 75th
anniversary of Rotary International. The aim was to
provide a specially equipped sturdy, safe boat to give
free pleasure trips to disabled persons of all ages and
disabilities in Poole Harbour, one of the largest natural
harbours in the world. With volunteers recruited, funds
were gradually raised and a large amount of equipment
donated or provided at discount together with much
help from Rotork Marine, ‘Dolphin I’ was launched on
the date of Rotary’s 75th Anniversary, 23rd February
1980, and made its first trip on 1st August 1980.
The Friends of Dolphin, a Charitable Trust, was
formed by the Rotarians with directors representing
Rotary, D.A.D., Scouts with special needs,
Soroptomists, Rotaract, Lions and Round Table, and
the boat with funds were transferred to it on 21st
August 1982. Everyone associated with Dolphin is a
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volunteer, and all monies and donations go directly to
the running of Dolphin. In 1990, ‘Dolphin II’ was
purchased, and remained in service up to 2002. The
10,000th passenger was carried in 1993 and in August
2001theit 20,000th was welcomed on board, both
milestones being marked with a presentation by the
Mayor of Poole of the time. On 18th July 2007, the
Mayor of Poole made a presentation to the 30,000th
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disabled passenger aboard Dolphin III at the Poole
Quay Boat Haven Marina.
There was a lack of suitable facilities for disabled
persons on normal pleasure craft in Poole Harbour and
both Dolphins I & II were ideally suited for embarking
disabled passengers with their bow ramps, initially from
the slipway at Baiter Park and then for many years
thanks to the kindness and co-operation of the Royal
Marines from their base at Hamworthy.
Thanks both to the local Fisherman Association of
Poole and the Poole Harbour Commissioners a berth in
the new Fisherman’s Haven was made available. This
provided the friends with a great opportunity to make
significant improvements in the comfort and safety of
their passengers, together with the facility of being able
to board direct from the pontoon at the marina. The
Directors decided on a boat designed and built by
Cheetah Marine and an appeal was launched in January
2002. The appeal target was reached and the new
‘Dolphin III’, a new boat for a new era, went in to
service in August 2002. In 2003, her first full season of
operations, she was a great success. In 2007, it was
decided to upgrade Dolphin III. A new Dolphin III was
ordered from Cheetah Marine with several major
alterations to the original design which now has
improved facilities. The major modifications involved the
ports of entry which are now near the stern of the boat
together with fuel tanks that are now in each of the twin
For further information contact Bob Irwin
Tel: 01258 857806
E Mail: bookings@thefriendsofdolphin.co.uk
Web Site: www.thefriendsofdolphin.co.uk
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hulls; also, the GRP roof was extended from the wheel
house to the stern so that it not only houses solar
panels to ensure the batteries remain fully charged, but
also there are more easily fitted side screens. It was
decided to keep the name Dolphin III to avoid further
confusion and the new boat was delivered in May 2008
for the new season. The old Dolphin III is now out in
Dubai having been converted for use in marine survey.
Trips fall into two main types; most are around the
harbour and Islands, of which there are two in any one
day, but when the tide allows there is a single trip up to
Wareham where passengers delight in enjoying a fish
and chip dinner from the local chippery before coming
back down river. The friends database now has nearly
400 disabled groups and individuals, who come now
from many parts of the UK; many are local but some
enquiries are from disabled who are coming down to
Dorset on holiday and have either seen the website or
have been told about Dolphin. The friends continue to
give trips to those disabled who would not normally be
able to go out for trips on
Poole Harbour. Finally, The
Friends of Dolphin would like
to thank the Poole Harbour
Commissioners for their help
and support over the years.
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Poole
Harbour
Anchorages
Our natural harbour has a large number of moorings and
anchorages, as well as several marinas. It offers complete
shelter and can be entered in almost any conditions. The
tidal streams run hard in the approach channel and can
kick up a bit of a chop in a strong wind over tide situation.
Beware of the chain ferry operating across the narrow
harbour entrance and the commercial cross-channel
vessels that use the harbour.
Large areas of the harbour are quite shallow, but it is
permissible to anchor anywhere out of the main channels,
clear of anchorage sensitive zones (please refer to chartlet
at front of Harbour Guide) and local moorings and where
there is sufficient water. Please do not impede vessels in
minor channels. Please note landing is controlled on
Brownsea Island.
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For all your boating needs
• Admiralty & Imray Charts
• Pilots & Nautical Books • GPS • Instruments
• Binoculars • Full Chandlery Range
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• Rigging Service • Leading Clothing Brands
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THE QUAY, POOLE, DORSET BH15 1HF
Tel: 01202 673056
Fax: 01202 684191
Email: info@piplers.co.uk
Website: www.piplers.co.uk
OPEN SEVEN DAYS A WEEK
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Port of Poole Marina
The new Port of Poole Marina is based at the south-east
corner of the port and is run by the same team that work
at Poole Quay Boat Haven.
Previously an unused ferry terminal the new marina
can accommodate 75 boats from seven metres upwards
on an annual basis. Water and electricity are available
on all pontoons with shower facilities also available on
site. It will also be able to accommodate superyachts
up to 60m on a temporary basis during the summer
months and
is used as an overspill from the Boat Haven during
busy periods.
Poole Quay
Boat Haven
Poole Quay Boat Haven is the main contact
point for both marinas and the Boat Haven is still available
for short term lets with priority for daily visitors to the
harbour. The Boat Haven is able to accommodate vessels
up to 45mtrs. The Boat Haven was re assessed in 2012
and both marinas now hold the 5 Gold Anchor Award
from THYA. The Haven prides itself on maintaining a high
standard of care for both the environment and visitors
alike. All pontoons have access to water and electricity
with shower facilities available on site. A disabled shower
is also available for use.
Poole Town Quay is also still available for visitors
berthing with access to the marinas shower block facility.
Speak to staff at the marina office and they will assist you
in finding your way around. If you require water marina
staff can assist in arranging a short term berth in the
marina to top up.
Contact: John Binder – Marina Manager
Poole Quay Boat Haven & Port of Poole Marina
Tel: 01202 649488 Fax:01202 785619
VHF Channel 80 “Poole Quay Boat Haven”
Email: info@poolequayboathaven.co.uk
www.poolequayboathaven.co.uk

Poole Quay
Poole Quay Boat Haven
Port of Poole Marina
Moorings & Marinas
Photo courtesy of Sue Sieger
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Cobb’s Quay
With its lively, seafaring atmosphere, this 1090 berth
marina is a favourite with yachtsmen and motor cruisers
alike. It is situated at Hamworthy in Holes Bay.
The marina has first-class facilities including a chandlery.
There is a superb toilet and shower building with
background music and a state-of-the-art, movementsensitive
lighting system. The building also includes a
reception lobby with vending machines, purposedesigned
disabled facilities and a laundrette.
Cobb's Quay Marina also offers a convenient 240
berth dry stack system for motorboats up to 10 metres.
Offering increased security and lower maintenance costs,
the service includes unlimited launching on demand
seven days a week.
Cobb's Quay Marina is one of nineteen locations
owned and operated by MDL Marinas. As the UK’s
leading marina group, they offer customers unrivalled
choice and pride themselves on outstanding level of
service. All of their marinas offer extensive facilities and
services including on-site electricity and fresh water,
CCTV coverage and staffing 365 days a year, showers,
toilets and car parking.
MDL Marinas fully support The Green Blue, the
environmental awareness campaign run by the BMF and
the RYA. The aim of this exciting initiative is to educate
and inform the recreational boating community about
potential impact on the environment. At all MDL
Marinas you will find adequate provision for dealing with
oil, fuel, cleaning, maintenance, anti-fouling, marine
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Cobb’s
based
businesses
MDL . . . . . . . . . . . .>
Boatylicious . . . . . . .55
Chalis Fire . . . . . . . .54
Cobb’s Self Storage .54
Core Fabrication . . .53
Harbour Yachts . . . .53
Holes Bay . . . . . . . .50
MA Cobb . . . . . . . .54
Mari Nautic . . . . . . .52
Marine Options . . . .51
Mike Wills . . . . . . . .52
PC Upholstery . . . . .52
Powerboat Training . .52
Power, Marine & Auto 50
Safe 2 Shore . . . . . .51
Stingray . . . . . . . . . .50
paints and waste management. Such facilities help us all
to play a part in looking after our environment.
As well as providing first-class berthing and marina
services, Cobb’s Quay Marina has a boatyard within it,
ideal for all types of craft, and perfect for when you need
to carry out maintenance work or repairs.
There is a large, concreted storage area for over 400
boats, including undercover storage. There is a slipway,
accessible at all states of tide, a 25 ton slipway hoist and
car and trailer space. There are also numerous marine
trades on site as well as a ten ton crane.
For your convenience, petrol, diesel and LPG are all
available, enabling you to make the most of your cruising
rather than making special trips for fuel.
As an annual berth holder at Cobb’s, you’ll enjoy far
more than superb berth and marina facilities. You’ll also
receive exclusive membership of Club Outlook. It’s your
passport to extra rewards, benefits and savings such as
visitor berthing at other marinas and discounts on
boatyard services and fuel.
Businesses based at Cobb’s Quay
Cobb’s Quay have established themselves as a one stop
shop for all of your boating needs. There is every type of
boating business based there. You can buy your dream boat,
store it, maintain it, have the engine serviced, fill up with fuel
and even learn to use it safely at Cobb’s. >>>

For instance you’ll find a range of new craft from Stingray,
Wellcraft, Bella and Flipper Boats along with good quality
pre-owned craft to suit most price ranges.
Colin Paddy established Marine Options in 2000. They
offer a comprehensive service meeting the requirements
of the discerning performance motor-yacht owner. All
aspects of interior, electrical and engineering installations
and exterior boat work are carried out in a professional
and efficient manner.
Time onboard your boat is precious so ensuring everything
is in pristine condition is paramount. Marine Options make
this possible. Family and friends want to have the facilities
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they enjoy at home, hot and cold running water, warm or
cool cabins and toilets that work. All these facilities require
maintenance, which is where the team are able to help you
enjoy your boat.
Holes Bay Marine is an experienced and well-established
engineering company that undertakes the repair and care of
powerboats, sports-cruisers, yachts, RIBS and commercial
vessels. Holes Bay offer inboard and outboard service and
sales having achieved the prestigious Mercruiser and Mariner
Masterzone dealer status. They are main dealers for the
Tohatsu outboard engine range.
Boatylicious has full workshop facilities. They do RIB refits,
overhauls, rigging, Yamaha outboard sales and servicing and
bespoke painting. Their Sports Boat and RIB Centre is the
sole importer for Technohull high performance Ribs.
Boatylicious also offer a professional boat care service.
Mike Wills is a Cummins and Mercruiser dealership and
are specialists in the repair and servicing of Volvo Penta
engines. They are main dealers of Beta Marine and carry a
huge stock of engine parts and ancillaries.
Fire protection is an area of boating that is ignored, often to
a skippers regret, fire protection is absolutely essential >>
Holes Bay Marine
www.holesbaymarine.co.uk
Authorised Dealers for:
Sales, Service & Parts - Full Main Dealer Facilities
•New engines supplied at competitive prices
•Quicksilver parts & accessories supplier
•Winter/Summer storage
•Marine electronic/electrical equipment
installation & repairs
•Full Guardinage, Valeting & Antifouling facilities
Our engineers can accommodate
your complete boating needs to
maintain and repair your vessel
Tel/Fax: 01202 667202
Mobile: 07979 594881
23-28 Cobb’s Quay, Hamworthy, Poole, BH15 4EL
hbmmercruiserparts.co.uk
Extensive on-line Mercruiser and Mariner parts service

Cobb’s Quay
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Unit 5, Davis’s Boatyard,
Cobb’s Quay, Poole
Tel: Peter Clayton on 0781 057 7083
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and Chalis Fire Engineering will gladly advise on the best
protection for your boat.
Cobbs Quay Self Storage is a safe, secure and dry storage
facility with 24 hour access to store all those bits that often
clutter up our boats and home. The facility is heated in
winter to prevent condensation, ideal for storing sails,
covers, upholstery and bedding. They have 15 different sizes
and prices to suit all and can offer contracts from two weeks
to long term. They are independently owned and operated
and have been established at Cobbs Quay Marina for over
two years now. Feel free to pop round for a viewing!
Power Marine and Auto offers a complete boat care
service to include all your engineering and maintenance
needs, and they are specialists in the servicing and repair of
Volvo Penta and Mercruiser engines. Richard, Judy and their
team provide a professional service with over 12 years
experience. They have been boat owners themselves for
Core Fabrication Limited
All Marine and General Welding and Fabrication Undertaken
Directors
Keith Pound 07824669764 kopkp@hotmail.co.uk
Steve Rogers 07779200364 stevecorefab@hotmail.com
Based at Cobbs Quay Marina
Cobb’s Quay
many years and understand what you will require for your
pride and joy.
Need a fibreglass repair or have you damaged the gelcoat
of your pride and joy? Surely there can be no one better to
call in than Martin Cobb. Martin has over 36 years
experience, possibly the most of anyone else in the business
within the Poole area!
Core Fabrication is based next to Mike Wills, opposite the
slip at Cobb’s. Steve and Keith will undertake all marine and
general welding and fabrication and pride themselves on
quality and service.
Just around the corner at the entrance to Davis's Boatyard
are the offices of Harbour Yachts, a local independent yacht
brokerage which specialises in yachts and power boats up to
£200,000.
Founded by Simon Langford, an enthusiastic sailor and
power-boater himself, Harbour Yachts offer a full >>>
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01202 669912
Secure
Clean
Dry
Heated
24 Hour Access
Self Storage for all your
Boating Equipment
Unit 7, The Main Workshop,
Cobb’s Quay Marina, BH15 4EJ
www.cobbsquayselfstorage.co.uk
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ABYA- accredited brokerage service. ABYA (the Association
of Brokers and Yacht Agents) binds its members to a strict
code of conduct to ensure you’ll be treated fairly in the sale
or purchase of your boat. Simon takes this very seriously
and has received glowing testimony from many who have
used his services. Being a small friendly company, Harbour
Yachts is able to sell your boat for an industry low
commission fee without charging VAT!
For upholstery; also based at Davis’s you’ll find PC Marine.
Here Peter will make and repair upholstery to order, and his
service is stunning. Customers cannot believe just how
quickly Peter turns things around.
MARTIN A COBB
Fibreglass and Gel Repair Specialist with over 30 years Experience!
ALL MARINE REPAIRS, INCLUDING JET-SKIS
Upton based - 01202 623277 or 07860 200220 mobile

Cobb’s Quay
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Golden
Arrow
Marine
Golden Arrow Marine have been associated with
Perkins Marine Power and PerkinSabre for over 50
years and has been delivering the highest level of
engineering sales, service and support to the marine
industry since 1935. As a division of Salterns Marina
Group we operate from premises in Southampton
containing full overhaul and under cover repair facilities
including dynamometer load testing of engines up to
2000hp. Factory trained engineers are fully mobile and
our parts department dispatch worldwide.
Other brands represented by Golden Arrow
Marine include MAN, Lombardini, Kohler, ZF, PRM,
TRAC, Maxwell and Caudwell.
For information and assistance telephone
+44(0)23 8071 0371
or Email: sales@goldenarrow.co.uk
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NEW & USED BOAT SALES
We are continually looking for used boats
UK IMPORTER & DISTRIBUTOR
SALTERNS BROKERAGE
T: +44 (0) 1202 707222
W: salternsbrokerage.co.uk
E: info@salterns.co.uk
Salterns
Marina
Salterns Marina
This 5 Gold Anchor accredited marina is arguably the
finest marina in the best location within the sheltered
waters of Poole Harbour. Today, Salterns is involved
with just about every marine activity including new and
used boat sales, comprehensive servicing, parts and
warranty, RYA sea school, luxury charter, chandlery and
personal watercraft hire.
The Salterns Marina Group established for over 35
years is one of the UK’s leading marine businesses,
servicing the supplying and demand globally. Salterns is
recognised for its expertise and extensive market
knowledge offering complete customer care.
For information and assistance telephone
Marina: +44 (0) 1202 709971
Brokerage: +44 (0) 1202 707222
or Email: salternsbrokerage.co.uk
Boatyard: +44 (0) 1202 707391
DIESEL & PETROL 24 HOURS
T: +44 (0) 1202 701556
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• Ropes • Books & Charts
• Sailing Boots & Shoes
• Water Sports Equipment
• Marine Paints • Boating accessories
SEBAGO, DUBARRY, BAINBRIDGE SAILCLOTH
PRODUCTS & more leading brands
OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK
• Salterns Marina • 40 Salterns Way • Lilliput Poole • Dorset • BH14 8JR
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Yacht &
Dinghy Racing
Racing yachts and dinghies crossing a navigation channel
must be considerate when encountering vessels which
can navigate safely only within the channel. Crossing or
passing dangerously close to such a vessel may be
regarded as dangerous navigation and result in
prosecution under Harbour Byelaws. Helmsmen must
therefore resist the temptation to take any action
contrary to the IRPCS Rules in order to gain tactical
advantage over other competitors. Such behaviour may
also result in disqualification and other penalties
imposed by the race organisers.
Race officers setting a race course which
passes through the Harbour entrance or across the
shipping channels should check with Poole Harbour
Control (VHF Channel 14) for advice on shipping
movements before the race is started.
The Poole Harbour Guide ~ 2013
Picture: David Harding – sailingscenes.co.uk
NOTE: The International Regulations for the
Prevention of Collision at Sea (IRPCS)
Steering and Racing Rules always take
precedence over IYRU Racing Rules and
Race Sailing Instructions.

Yacht and Sailing Clubs
Parkstone
Yacht Club
Parkstone Yacht Club was established in 1895 and is
situated on the north shore of the harbour. The club
has 2500 members which makes Parkstone the largest
club within Poole Harbour.
Both sailing and racing are actively encouraged for young
and old alike. Parkstone regularly hosts World, National
Championships and Open meetings for a variety of
classes and is renown for Poole Week. There is an active
Cruising Section and cruiser racing for all sizes of yachts
is offered on Monday evenings. Cruiser owners have a
choice of keeping their yachts in either the purpose built
marina or on moorings within the harbour.
The club runs dinghy racing on Mondays, Wednesdays
and Saturdays. Fleets of XODs, Darts, Enterprises,
Wayfarers, Lasers, Toppers, Cadets and ABs enjoy
competitive class racing. Smaller fleets of Dolphins,
Flying Fifteens, Albacores, Fireballs, Merlin Rockets,
RS400s, 420s, Laser 2s and Formula 18s also enjoy
class racing. Check out: www.parkstoneyachtclub.com
Recreational Activities
The Poole Yacht Club
The story begins back in the middle of the 19th
Century. Poole Yacht Club, as it is now constituted, is
really the result of three clubs all closely connected in
various stages eventually becoming one club as it is
today. The original Poole Yacht Club is thought to have
been founded in 1865 but was probably in existence in
some form many years earlier.
Poole Yacht Club is well known for its successful
cruiser racing. Racing takes place on a Tuesday and
over ninety yachts regularly turn out. Club member,
Richard Roscoe, designed one class, the One Design
R19.
Poole have active dinghy fleets too, the Yachting
World Dayboats, GP14s, Ospreys, Mirrors, 420s,
Lasers and Optimists all have ‘one-design’ status, There
is racing for Handicapped and Asymetric Classes.
Dinghy racing takes place on Mondays, Thursdays,
Saturday afternoons and Sunday mornings.
Poole is renown for its social life too, events of every
description are organised. Their Quiz Nights regularly
attract over 180 members!
Other active sections are; Classic and Wooden Boats,
Cruising, Ladies and the superb Youth and Training
Groups. Take a look at the club’s new website:
www.pooleyc.co.uk
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Royal Motor YC
The RMYC was founded in 1905 so have recently
celebrated their centenary. The ‘RM’ is situated in the
beautiful area of the harbour on the Sandbanks
Peninsular.
The RM has 1600 members who benefit from a
recently refurbished clubhouse with magnificent views,
a yacht haven, yard facilities and an active social, sailing
and motor boating programme.
The club recently bought recently acquired the
adjacent Sandbanks Boatyard and are extending their
marina to be able to accommodate more boats.
For sailors Thursday night is ‘RM’ night when the club
puts on ‘big boat’ racing in Poole Bay. Other racing is
laid on for classic Flying Fifteens and Shrimpers.
See: www.royalmotoryc.co.uk
Lilliput SC
A few enthusiasts who sailed from Lilliput Yacht Station
got together and formed the Lilliput Sailing Club in
1956. Originally they used a small shed as premises but
during the early 1960's the membership outgrew the
facilities and they had to find a new base. The ground
where they are now situated, was purchased, again the
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The Poole Harbour Guide ~ 2013
clubhouse was a shed but the foundation stone of the
present building was laid in 1965 and it was formally
opened a year later. The building work was done by
members and new applicants have to commit
themselves to do regular tasks and duties when asked,
including the laying and servicing moorings.
LSC has an active social programme.
For more information check out www.lilliputsc.org.uk
North Haven YC
NHYC ~ ‘The club on stilts’ is ideally situated close to
the entrance. Recently the original building was
removed and new ‘stilts’ added to enable their
clubhouse to be doubled in size.
North Haven pride themselves as being the friendliest
sailing, fishing and boating club in Dorset, and positively
welcome new members. The club is a ‘broad church’.
They have no demarcation or preference between
types or classes of boat and the club hosts a full range
of both power and sailing craft. They have an active
and enthusiastic group of fishermen along with a keen
group of sailing enthusiasts.
For more information contact 01202 708830
East Dorset SC
Founded in 1875 on the exact site it resides today, the
EDSC has had a long history.
The club caters for both cruising and dinghy sailors
alike, with around 60 swinging moorings suitable for
mono-hull or multi-hull craft. There are drying and
deep-water moorings for boats use during the season
and tenders are moored on outhauls along the
wooden pier.
The EDSC is a small, friendly club dedicated to sailing
with an active programme. During the summer racing
is on Friday evenings and also on specific weekends
there are races in the bay.
Contact the Secretary at edsc_sec@hotmail.com
Redclyffe Yacht Club
The RYC is situated on the west bank of the River
Frome at Redclyffe, “Up the river and round the bend!”
Wareham and its attractive Town Quay are a 15 minute
walk along the riverside path. By road the club is
reached from Wareham via Stoborough and Ridge,
following the brown signs to Redclyffe Farm.
The river is tidal, the upper limit being approximately
2K beyond the town quay. The clubhouse and its single
pontoon are accessible at most states of tide to shallow
draft boats - deeper keeled boats, particularly fin keels,
need to consult tide tables. Low springs usually find
most boats sitting on the mud for an hour or so.
Check out: www.redclyffeyc.org

Poole Yachting Association
Poole Yachting Association is made up of members of
sailing, yacht clubs and associations within the harbour.
It also works closely with other statutory harbour
regulators to help minimise conflict between
recreational yachting and other commercial activities.
SEE Page 64
Scouts &
Sea Cadets
If you’ve ever wondered how your son or daughter
could get out on the water at reasonable expense then
consider the Sea Scouts and Sea Cadets.
Most of these groups have purpose-built headquarters,
facilities and fleets of well-maintained boats.
At most groups they will get chances to gain
nationally recognised qualifications from the RYA and
BCU and have the opportunity to go on boat trips or
water activity days.
Sea Cadets are part of the UK's largest maritime youth
charity. Cadets go to sea, learn to sail and do
Recreational Activities
adventure training, all on a nautical theme, plus they
get extra skills to give you a head start in life.
Many of these groups are crying out for adult
helpers too, give them a call - not only will you
be doing something really worthwhile but you’ll
have a great time too!
LILLIPUT SEA SCOUTS
Turks Lane, Poole, BH14 8EW
Contact R Farnham
Tel: 01202 259184
Email: farnham@tesco.net
3rd POOLE SEA SCOUT GROUP
Edith Lyle Hall, West Quay Road, Poole, BH15 1JF
Contact D Marden
Tel: 01202 738357
Email: d.marden@ntlworld.com
PARKSTONE SEA CADETS
260, Ringwood Road, Poole, BH14 0RT
Tel: 01202 732012
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66 th Poole Week: 23rd - 26th August
Poole Week is a major event in the sailing calendar.
2013 will see the 66th regatta which will be sailed from
23rd to 26th August and will, as usual, be organised by
Parkstone Yacht Club.
Entries come from many UK clubs and as far away as
Photo by David Harding of www.sailingscenes.com
The Poole Harbour Guide ~ 2013
The Netherlands, Germany and France. Entries
typically exceed 200 from 15 Classes.
Racing continues over six days with different courses
set depending upon the wind direction and tide, with
due regard to the commercial shipping movements.
Depth of water in the harbour has recently become a
major issue especially for the new high-speed foil
moths that must have a minimum of four feet to
prevent foil damage, similarly conventional dinghies
have to have their centre-plates fully down when
beating to windward. Yachts such as XODs, Flying
Fifteens and Redwings have fixed keels.
The management, both of racing and safety issues in
2012, involved two start lines, eleven safety boats and
40 personnel including race officers, technical support,
beach master, safety crews. Additionally many club
members and staff contributed to the myriad of other
tasks, from result collating to protest committees, boat
storage to temporary accommodation, and not least to
the task of catering for an unpredictable number of
breakfasts, lunches, teas and dinners, when the
weather can stifle or magnify demand. The forward
planning and organisation is substantial. Due regard has
to be taken of the range of skill and age of the sailors –
the latter ranging from 12 to 90 years old.
Poole Week is exciting whether you are competing
against your equal or watching. The harbour awash
with sail, and fleets with their brilliant multi-coloured
spinnakers filled with wind, is a sight to be seen. Even
more spectacular are the Moths flying on their
hydrofoils at considerable speed. Each class boat has its
own attributes – RS 200 and 400s together with Dart
18s with their dramatic high speed performance, yes
and spectacular capsizes when too ambitious. The tan
sailed Shrimpers with their slower but robust sea
worthiness and the XODs – a long-standing class of
performance wooden keelboats many of which were
produced locally. The class continues to be well
supported. The Flying Fifteens, a more modern GRP
keelboat, are represented. Adding to the vista, are the
easily visible blue sails of the Enterprises and the tall
bright red sails of the Redwings. The single-handed
Lasers are present in numbers. Last but not to be
missed – the Poole Dolphin, unique to Poole Harbour,
was of wooden construction but more recently GRP
versions have been produced.
Apart from the serious racing this is a family event
and social occasion when old friends meet again. Some
have been for many successive years.
Visit: www.parkstoneyachtclub.com

Just before we went to print it was announced that
International Paints are to continue their sponsorship
and association with the Poole Keelboat Regatta.
This confirms the recognition of Poole’s importance
as a sailing venue by the yachting industry. In terms of
numbers of clubs, marinas and boats, Poole is double
the size of the Hamble and, unlike the Hamble, Poole
is blessed with the superb - virtually tide-free - racing
area; Poole Bay.
The event was originally conceived as a celebration of
the new millennium in 2000, ever since it has been
held biannually on ‘even’ years and improves year-onyear.
International Paint joined forces in 2006 and have
been title sponsor ever since. Their support has, and
will be, crucial to further developments.
Planning has already started for Poole Regatta 2014, the
bay and harbour race areas have been earmarked and
having International back on board gives the event the
kudos and impetuous to continue to grow and improve.
Organised by The Combined Clubs the Poole
Regatta has gradually increased entry level numbers and
quality while other events, such as Cork, have seen
numbers decline.
Poole Regatta has been successful in incorporating
various National and Southern Region class events and
has hosted IRC regional championships alongside local
handicap system racing. It has become truly an event
Recreational Activities
Synchronised spinnaker drop: The Elan 40s; Jim Macgregor’s Flair IV and Peter Rutter’s Quokka side-by-side
during The International Paints Poole Regatta. PICTURE: By David Harding, sailingscenes.com
International Paints sponsorship of Poole Regatta continues
for everyone. In addition to the big Handicap fleets
there is One Design racing for J24s, Sonatas, XODs,
Flying Fifteens and Shrimpers.
Five separate courses are required; each one with its
own dedicated support team of helpers. This army of
volunteers ‘man’ committee boats and mark-laying RIBs,
while on-shore teams organise the social programme,
serve bacon butties and maintain results. Social
gatherings, receptions, dances and dinners are held at the
Royal Motor, Parkstone and Poole Yacht Clubs.
There’s a new, updated, website under construction
currently but you can follow the events progress at:
pooleregatta.co.uk.
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Date Organising Club Event/Classes Where
FEBRUARY
9th/10th Poole YC Optimist Training TT
23rd/24th Poole YC Topper Training TT
MARCH
2nd/3rd Poole YC Optimist Open TT
16th/17th Poole YC & Parkstone YC Optimist Open & Topper Training TT
23rd/24th Parkstone YC Topper Zone Squad TT
29th – 1st April Parkstone YC Easter Series TT/PH
APRIL
7th Lilliput SC Mini Regatta PB
20th/21st Poole YC Mirror Open TT
27th/28th Poole YC Cherbourg Match Racing TT
MAY
4th/5th/6th Parkstone YC Cadet Indicator TT
4th/5th Parkstone YC Skiffs (Off beach) PB
12th Poole YC R19 Open TT/PH
18th Parkstone YC RS200 Open TT
19th Lilliput SC Challenge Race PB
18th/19th Poole YC PYRA Regatta PB
25th/26th Parkstone YC Cruiser Regatta PB
JUNE
7th – 9th Parkstone YC Wayfarer Nationals TT/PB
15th/16th RMYC Flying Fifteen Open Regatta PB/PH/TT
15th/16th Poole YC GP14 Masters TT
22nd/23rd Lilliput SC Regatta (Dinghy & Cruisers) PB/PH
29th/30th Poole YC Osprey Open TT
30th ISC Round The Island Race
JULY
6th/7th Parkstone YC Topper Open TT
6th Royal Motor YC Powerboat Race PB
13th/14th Poole YC Regatta TT
13th RMYC Regatta TT/PH
27th/28th Poole YC Dayboat Open TT/PH
28th –2nd August Royal Motor YC Sail Training Week PH
AUGUST
3rd/4th Poole YC GP14 Open TT/PH
5th-10th Parkstone YC Youth Week PH/TT
10th/11th Poole YC 2.4 Open TT
23rd – 26th Parkstone YC Poole Week PB/PH/TT
SEPTEMBER
7th/8th Parkstone YC Cadet Open TT
8th – 14th Poole YC 2.4 Worlds TT
14th/15th Parkstone YC K6 PB
21st/22nd Parkstone YC Dinghy Open TT
28th/29th Poole YC South Zone Squad TT
28th/29th Parkstone YC Merlin Silver Tiller TT/PH/PB
OCTOBER
12th/13th Poole YC Topper Open TT
The Poole Harbour Guide ~ 2013

Club Racing – Point Series etc
Club/Classes Series When Start Stop
PARKSTONE YC
Perisher Dinghies Morning 3rd Feb 24th March
Easter Dinghies Afternoon 30th March 1st April
Saturday Points All Dinghies Afternoon 13th April 28th Sept
Sunday Youth Morning 14th April 29th Sept
Friday (evening) FF, Youth & Dinghies Evening 12th April 27th Sept
Wednesday XOD / FF /Shrimpers Afternoon 10th April 25th Sept
Wednesday Dinghies Evening 10th April 25th Sept
Monday Dinghies Evening 15th April 23rd Sept
Monday Cruisers/J24/Shrimpers Evening 1st April 23rd Sept
Sunday Winter Series Dinghies Morning 6th Oct 15th Dec
Sunday Winter Series Cruisers/J24 Morning 6th Oct. 15th Dec
POOLE YC
Sunday - Spring Cruisers Morning March 10th April 14th
Saturday - Spring Dinghies Morning April 6th May 25th
Monday Dinghies Evening April 1st Sept. 9th
Tuesday Cruisers Evening April 2nd Sept. 10th
Wednesday Junior Training Evening April 3rd Sept. 11th
Thursday Dinghies Evening April 4th Sept. 12th
Friday Cruisers Evening April 5th May 10th
Sat Autumn/Winter Dinghies Afternoon August 31st Dec. 14th
Sunday Winter Cruisers Morning Oct. 6th Dec. 15th
ROYAL MOTOR YC
Thursday Cruisers/FF/Shrimpers Evening 25th April 29th August
Sunday FF Morning 21st April 27th Oct.
Autumn Wed / Sat XOD Afternoon 2nd Oct. 30th Oct.
Sunday Shrimpers Morning 1st Sept. 27th Oct.
LILLIPUT SC
Sunday Series Dinghies With Tide April Dec.
Wednesday Cruisers/Dinghies Evening With Tide April Sept.
EAST DORSET SC
Friday Evening
(With Lilliput SC) Cruisers/Dinghies Evening April Sept.
Saturday Cruisers/Dinghies With tide
NORTH HAVEN YC
Wednesday Cruisers Evening With Tide May August
LAKE YARD CLUB
Wednesday Redwings Evening May September
Saturday Redwings Afternoons April October
Sundays Redwings Mornings April October
Send your sailing results to: echosailing@rocketmail.com
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Poole Yacht
Racing Association (PYRA)
Poole Yacht Racing Association was formed to; ‘Promote,
encourage, organise and co-ordinate racing for bona fide
sailing yachts in association with the member yacht clubs
based on Poole Harbour which sponsor it.’ Currently these
are Parkstone, Poole and Royal Motor Yacht Clubs.
PYRA put on a varied programme of races and social
events. PYRA racing is, above all, fun both on the water
and the social side at the other end. A special new
addition to the programme in 2013 includes Torquay and
Dartmouth over the early May Bank Holiday. There are
the old favourites too, trips across channel to France and
the Channel Islands and outings to The Solent,
Weymouth etc..
PYRA racing is great fun and members are welcoming to
newcomers, why not try one race and see how you’ll fit
in? To contact PYRA email the secretary at:
pyra.sec@btopenworld.com
See: www.parkstoneyc.co.uk/pagepyrahome
The Poole Harbour Guide ~ 2013
2013 Programme
Date Day Event Series O/C
April
21st Sun. Pursuit Race PYRA
May
3rd Fri. Poole – Torquay Pass Parkstone
4th Sat Torquay – Dartmouth Pass Parkstone
5/6th Sun/Mon Dartmouth – Poole Pass Parkstone
18th Sat. PYRA Regatta Reg PYRA
19th Sun. PYRA Regatta Reg PYRA
31st Fri. Poole – Cowes Pass Parkstone
June
1st Sat. Round The Island ISC
2nd Sun. Cowes – Poole Pass Parkstone
16th Sun. Poole – Swanage PtoP Parkstone
16th Sun. Swanage – Poole PtoP Parkstone
22nd Sat. Poole – Yarmouth Pass RMYC
23rd Sun. Yarmouth – Poole Pass RMYC
July
5th Fri. Poole – Weymouth Pass Poole
7th Sun. Weymouth – Poole Pass Poole
21st Sun. Two Handed Series PtoP RMYC
26th Fri. Poole – Alderney Ch Poole
28th Sun. Alderney – Poole Ch Poole
August
10th Sat. Poole – Beaulieu Pass Poole
11th Sun. Beaulieu – Poole Pass Poole
23rd Fri. Poole – St Vaast Ch Poole
25th Sun. St Vaast – Cherbourg Ch Poole
26th Mon. Cherbourg – Poole Ch Poole
September
7th Sat. Poole – Folly Pass Parkstone
8th Sun. Folly – Poole Pass Parkstone
22nd Sun. Bay Racing Reg Parkstone
28th Sat. Poole – Weymouth Pass Poole
29th Sun. Weymouth – Poole Pass Poole
CODE:
O/C: Organising Clubs: RMYC: Royal Motor Yacht Club.
ISC: Island Sailing Club.
SERIES: Reg: Regatta. Ch: Channel. Pass: Passage.
PtoP: Poole to Poole.

Sea Angling
A host of Sea Angling opportunities await visitors to
Poole and the surrounding area. The variety of fish that
can be caught throughout the year is vast and over fifty
species are regularly reported annually. Fish can be
caught from both the shore and boats. For disabled
anglers, Poole Quayside will provide easy access and a
good chance of catching several species of fish. Some of
Poole’s charter fleet will also cater for disabled anglers.
For the kids, there is crab fishing off the Quay. Crabbing
must represent one of the most value for money family
activities that you can do anywhere in the UK. For less
than a fiver you can buy everything you need to keep
the kids happy for hours. Don’t just expect crabs
though. Gobies, blennies, several types of wrasse and
even eels will all take a carefully placed bait.
Shore Angling
You can catch many different types of fish throughout
the year from several shore locations around Poole.
Bass can sometimes be prolific but most that are landed
are normally undersized. The harbour can however be
home to much bigger fish and throughout the year
several double figure bass are reported. Fishing by the
entrance to the harbour will see Toby and other artificial
lures the downfall of many of the bigger bass. Poole
Harbour can also be a great place to target hefty
flounders. These can be caught at just about any time of
the year but the best months are September to January.
This is when most of the bigger fish are caught. Smaller
flounders, plaice, school bass, eels and a host of other
species will give sport in the harbour from around April.
Marks to try are Rockley, Hamworthy, Holes Bay Road,
Evening Hill, the Harbour entrance and Poole Quay.
Recreational Activities
The latter can provide some great mullet sport with fish
of over 5lbs not uncommon. Mullet can be very
frustrating as they can often be seen swimming in the
vicinity of your bait, but without showing interest in it.
Patience will eventually pay off and once you have
hooked your first one, the rest will come more easily.
Bread presented on a small hook is often the winning
method. Seasonal variations mean that fishing is rarely
the same from year to year at any venue so it is always
best to seek advice. For up to date reports on what is
being caught and where the current hot spot is, visiting
anglers should go to a local tackle shop for advice.
There are two on Poole Quay.
Just outside Poole Harbour are the beaches of
Sandbanks, Shellbay and Studland. Fishing here during
the summer in daylight hours is not recommended
because given good weather, both beaches will be full of
bathers. Early evening or night fishing however is
definitely worth a try. Smoothounds into double figures
are common, especially when using hermit of peeler
crab as bait. Small hooks presented with ragworm may
also temp the nocturnal sole.
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Charter
Boat
Angling
by Steve Porter
Poole has one of the largest fleet of angling charter boats
in the country with upward of thirty vessels. Licensed
commercially endorsed skippers operate these boats and
each one has to comply with the Maritime and
Coastguard Agencies ‘Code of Practise’ for small vessels.
Whichever boat you choose, you can be confident that
you go to sea with qualified crew and a vessel that is well
equipped, including all safety equipment. Poole’s fleet
cater for all kinds of fishing so whether you just want to
have a day afloat with the family targeting a few
mackerel, or a four or five day excursion to France or
the Channel Islands, or anything in between, you’ll find a
boat in Poole that is up to the task. Most boats have their
own website or advertise locally so it is easy to get hold
of skippers direct to arrange a trip. Alternatively, any local
tackle shop will put you in touch with a good skipper and
the tackle shops on The Quay will even arrange a trip for
you. Some skippers list themselves on collective websites
and publish available dates online. Good websites to try
are www.poolecharterboats.co.uk or
www.deepsea.co.uk
If you are new to boat fishing then Poole is a good
place to get your first experience of it. All skippers
welcome novices and can provide hire tackle when
needed. Instruction and assistance is FOC of course
and even if you have been before, you may still benefit
from the skippers advice, as every day is different at
sea. In fact, tides and conditions are continually
The Poole Harbour Guide ~ 2013
Family fishing:A joint effort landed this specimen undulate ray
changing so every hour of every day can different. A
good angler will be continually changing his technique
throughout a day to meet these changing conditions. A
novice angler may well be reliant on the skippers advice
but it is in this area that Poole’s skippers excel. Poole’s
sheltered waters also make the port the ideal place for
the novice angler. The surrounding coastline provides
excellent shelter from the prevailing south-west winds
while Poole’s harbour, the largest in Europe can
provide shelter from all wind directions.
Fish can be caught all year but there are good months
and some not so good months. Here is a summary of
what you can expect:
January is considered by most to be the final month
in our inshore fishing season. Out in the bay, the last of
our winter cod are targeted together with whiting,
conger eels and the occasional ray. In the harbour, prime
condition flounders are being targeted as they get ready
to move out of the harbour into deeper water to spawn.
At sometime during the month, the fishing usually slows
inshore and the time when this happens varies from year
to year. Offshore however, the fishing can be quite good
on the smaller tides with good catches of blonde rays
and sometimes spurdogs. A good trip offshore however
is not an easy thing to achieve as it relies on the weather
being good on one of only about six small tide days
throughout the month.
February is considered a closed season inshore with

most boats not fishing at all. Instead, the month is spent
preparing boats and equipment for the season ahead.
Given the right combination of tides and weather, the
offshore fishing at anchor is probably at its best in
February with blonde rays, conger and spurdogs. Some
boats begin to fish the offshore wrecks for large pollack.
March sees the arrival of plaice inshore and these are
usually targeted outside of the harbour but in the vicinity
of the harbour’s approaches. Towards the end of the
month, turbot start to populate sand and gravel banks
and offshore wreck fishing for pollack gathers pace.
Offshore anchor fishing begins to slow down but good
catches are still reported.
April is the month that many consider to be the real
start to our season. At sometime during the month,
hard fighting black bream will become established on
many marks around Poole. These fish attract anglers
from all over the country and on occasions can be
caught in vast numbers. Fishing inshore gathers pace
with many of our so-called summer fish beginning to
show up more and more in catches. Several types of
ray, tope, wrasse, pollack, bass and mackerel are among
the many species that can now be encountered.
Offshore wreck fishing continues to improve further with
the first of the summer cod usually making an
appearance around the third week of the month.
May is a great month for the black bream. Now well
established, these fish occupy the efforts of most of
Poole’s charter fleet inshore. Mackerel become much
more widespread and finding enough for bait or a tasty
meal becomes fairly easy. Bass catches improve along
with tope and rays. Offshore, the cod numbers continue
to improve and by the end of the month good catches
of cod into double figures can usually be expected. From
May through to September, some of the larger charter
boats in Poole run trips to France and the Channel
Islands. Trips to the Channel Islands generally target
turbot and brill or large tope but anglers enjoy wreck
fishing for cod, pollack, conger and ling on route. Trips
to France are generally spent fishing many of the wrecks
on the French side of the English Channel.
June is probably the best month of the year to sample
fishing. Local waters and distant waters seem full of fish
and together with what we hope will be settled
weather, fishing is usually at its best. Variety is fantastic
and whether you just want to work a spinner in the
harbour, drop a large bait in the bay or work a lure
offshore, you can usually be sure of a good day. It’s
worth mentioning that if you want to sample Poole’s
fishing at its best, then you should plan well ahead. The
summer months are busy times for our charter fleet and
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43lb Cod and a proud Tony Way
boats often get booked up well in advance.
July is similar to June. Offshore cod may show a slight
decline and inshore the mackerel may prove harder to
find on some days. In the harbour itself, the fishing just
gets better and the next few months will see the
numbers and variety of fish within the harbour steadily
increase right through until October. Hard fighting trigger
fish usually first show in our waters during July.
August can be a funny month to predict. The waters
are full of fish but on some days when the conditions
seem just perfect, the fish are reluctant to feed. The next
day, they will almost jump into the boat. The most
reliable form of fishing in August seems to be bass fishing
with the offshore marks probably at their best during
August. Offshore the wreck fishing often slows although
wrecks closer to France can still be very productive.
September is truly another great month to get afloat,
especially if you prefer to fish using light tackle. The
amount of fish species available locally is probably at its
best during September and fishing inshore with just a
light rod, even within Poole’s harbour can produce a vast
amount of fish. Many types of colourful wrasse, gobies,
blennies, scorpion fish, bass, mackerel, plaice, flounders,
sole, eels, bream, garfish, gurnards and pollack to name
just a few are all gathered locally to make any day a fun
and memorable one.
October is known as the change over month when
we expect to see many of our summer fish leave local
waters and be replaced by winter cod and shoals of
whiting. When the change happens varies from year to
year but recent years have seen the summer species
hang on for longer. This has in affect lengthened our
season and it is not unusual to be still catching mackerel
and bream while trying to temp a winter cod. 2011 saw
many boats still catching a huge variety of fish right
through October. In the harbour, flounders begin to be
the main target fish with catches now set to improve
right through to January. Bass fishing within Poole’s
harbour entrance and its approaches is now at its best.
November and December can be hard fishing.
The Poole Harbour Guide ~ 2013
The weather is often challenging and anglers must be
equipped and prepared for the cold temperatures and
sometimes fresh winds. Putting up with the harsh winter
conditions does bring its rewards though. Large winter
cod are most anglers target out in Poole Bay with fish
over 20lb quite common. Larger fish are also reported
and several in excess of 30lb are caught each year. The
biggest on record was a massive 43lb and half an once
caught by local angler Tony Way in 2002. Whiting can
be prolific with vast shoals of these sweet tasting fish
occupying local waters from October through to
January. Winter fishing in recent times doesn’t just mean
sitting it out for that big cod. Congers are common
inshore during the winter, as are rays and even the
occasional big bass.
Angling vessels are not allowed
to drift in the fairways, or to
obstruct other vessels with their
craft or gear in any channel or
fairway (Byelaw 2c and 2d)
Poole & District
Fishermen’s
Association
There has been evidence of fishermen in Poole since
Roman times hence the old oyster bank, which used to
exist at the end of Little Channel, now buried under the
Poole Quay Boat Haven marina.
The Poole and District Fishermen’s Association was
founded just after the 1914 – 18 war. Most of the boats
which fished Poole Bay were beached in the dunes at
Sandbanks. At that time all the trawlers were sailing
vessels working at the mercy of the wind and the tide.
Now, since the 1940’s, with powerful engines they can
operate almost anywhere at all times, hence the decline
of fish stocks. Few trawlers operate out of Poole these
days having been replaced by crab and lobster potters
and set nets which in season catch sole, bass, plaice,
skate etc., and in the summer Poole Canoes ring net for
bass and mullet. Winter sprats are no longer caught, as
there is no market for them. Shellfish, cockles and clams
are dredged at certain times of the year. Other shellfish
are farmed in the harbour. Twenty-acre plots are
licensed and the beds sown with immature mussels and

oysters to grow and later be farmed. Like crabs and
lobsters, they are exported to France and Spain,
although some find their way to restaurants in the Town.
Catches can be good but quotas and regulations mean
that some species, and slightly undersize fish, cannot be
legally landed and have to be thrown back – often dead.
Fishing in a small port like Poole is more a way of life
than a job. Many fishermen have to have a second
occupation, especially in the winter.
The PDFA holds a regatta every year for charity,
originally this raised funds for a party for member’s
families and to provide each child with a present. For the
last 24 years at least £1,000 has been raised each year
for charity. For the last two years Association has joined
forces with the Pirates of Poole charity event. This
resulted in some £11,000 being raised, £8,000 being
donated to Poole Hospital Wish List with smaller sums
to the Poole Lifeboat, Poole Rowing Club and Poole Sea
Cadets. This year the event takes place on Saturday 15th
June, please support this worthwhile cause.
Poole’s Sea
Angling Clubs
• Poole Dolphins Sea Angling Club holds competitions
for members which include events for shore fishing,
charter boat fishing and private members boat fishing.
There are categories and competitions for junior anglers
and ladies too.
Further information about PDSAC, its activities and
other useful information can be found on the club
website at; www.fishingpoole.co.uk. Alternatively,
enquiries about membership can be answered by their
membership secretary: Nick Diffey on 01202 578469
• Poole Bay Small Boat Angling Club are a small club
established to promote safety at sea and small boat
angling. They have in excess of 150 members with over
90 boats.
The club aims to cater for the needs of sea anglers
fishing from small boats within waters that extend from St
Catherine’s Point in the east to Portland Bill in the west.
For more information contact:
martin.burt1@ntlworld.com
Of course other clubs are available:
British Conger Club
Contact Di Byrne on 01752 223815
www.britishcongerclub.org.uk
Recreational Activities
Hamworthy Royal British Legion Angling Section
Contact Mike Sansom on 07968 500530
North Haven Yacht Club
Contact Club House on 01202 708830
www.nhyc.org.uk
Wessex Marine Region of the Angling Trust
Contact www.wessexseaanglers.org.uk
Wessex Specimen Group
See www.wessexspecimengroup.co.uk
A local conger eeloh
and its proud owner!
Wilts & Dorset Angling Club
Contact James Neesam on 01202 242519
www.wiltsdorsetanglingclub.com
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By the Southern Inshore Fisheries and
Conservation Authority
The following information is a summary of
some of the fisheries regulations relevant
to persons fishing in Poole Harbour.
The information is provided to assist
recreational fishermen and should not
be used as a definitive statement of current
regulations. The summarised regulations may
be subject to change.
Minimum Sizes
The minimum retention sizes are some of the best
conservation measures currently in place. Their purpose
is to ensure that a species reaches sexual maturity and
has a chance to reproduce before it is removed from
the sea. Below is a list of species that you are most likely
to encounter in Poole Harbour and their respective
minimum sizes. This is not a definitive list. For a list of all
of the minimum sizes in place across the district please
contact the office of the Southern Inshore Fisheries and
Conservation Authority (Southern IFCA - see contact
details) for a Minimum Size Wheelhouse Card.
Bass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36cm
Herring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20cm
Black Seabream . . . . . . . . . . .23cm
Lobster . . . . . . . .87mm (Carapace)
Cockle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23.8mm
Mackerel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20cm
Cod . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35cm
Mullet (Grey) . . . . . . . . . . . . .30cm
Crab (Brown) . . . . . . . . . . . .14cm
Plaice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27cm
Crab (Spider/female) . . . . . . .12cm
Pollack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30cm
Crab (Spider/male) . . . . . . . . 13cm
Sole . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24cm
Dab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23cm
Whiting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27cm
Flounder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27cm
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All undersize species must be returned to
the sea immediately. The retention of
undersize species is an offence.
Finfish are measured by overall length, from the
extremity of the head section to the extremity of the
tailfin section across the longest part of the fish. Crabs
and lobster are measured differently - the Minimum Size
Wheelhouse Card best shows where these
measurements are taken from. Cockles must not pass
through a gauge having a square opening measuring
23.8mm along each side thereof.
Selling Fish
It is an offence to sell any sea fish caught from a vessel
which is not correctly licenced and registered in
accordance with current regulations. Any persons
wishing to fish commercially should contact the Marine
Management Organisation (see contact details) and the
Southern IFCA.
Bass Nursery Area
Most of the Harbour is a bass nursery area. This
includes all tidal waters enclosed by a line drawn 011º
true from Jerry’s Point, through Branksea Castle to
Salterns Pier, see Chartlet inside front cover. Between
30 April and 1 November it is prohibited to fish for
bass, or fish for any fish using sand-eels as bait, by any
fishing boat* within any part of the nursery area.
* a vessel of whatever size, and in whatever way
propelled, which is for the time being employed in
sea fishing.

Close Seasons
Cockles Throughout the District –
1 February to 30 April.
During the open season, cockles
may be gathered by hand or by
a rake or other like instrument
not exceeding 305mm in length
and having spaces of not less
than 22.5mm. For all of the
regulations relating to cockle
fishing, please see a copy of the
Southern IFCA bye-laws.
Prawns Poole Harbour from:
1 Jan - 31 July
Winkles Throughout the District from
15 May to 15 September
Clams Poole Harbour - By licence only.
Vessel Restrictions
The maximum size of vessels allowed to fish within the
Southern IFCA District within 6 miles of baselines is 12
metres in overall length. This law applies to both
commercial and recreational craft.
Contact Details
Southern IFCA
64 Ashley Rd, Parkstone, Poole, BH14 9BN
Telephone: 01202 721373
email: southernsfc@btconnect.com
The Marine Management Organisation
The Quay, Poole, BH15 1HP
Telephone: 01202 677539
email: poole@marinemanagement.org.uk
Information for Recreational Fishermen
Lobsters
It is an offence to retain on board or land a berried (egg
bearing) lobster or to retain or land a lobster which has a
notch cut in its tail or which has a mutilated tail.
Fixed Nets
It is an offence to place or use a fixed net, other than a
Fyke net (which requires an Environment Agency
Licence), in Poole Harbour from 1 April to 30
September. The area of Poole Harbour in this instance is
defined as; “all parts of Poole Harbour to the West of
the line of the Chain Ferry between South Haven Point
and Sandbanks and all parts of any river or stream
flowing into Poole Harbour which fall within the
Southern IFCA District.”
Prohibited Areas
The use or carriage of a shellfish dredge, scoop or hand
rake is prohibited in certain areas of Poole Harbour.
These areas include Newton Bay, Ower Bay, Wych Lake
and Middlebere Lake, Arne Bay and Keysworth. Please
see a copy of the Southern IFCA bye-laws for full details.
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Poole Harbour
Canoe Club
Poole Harbour Canoe Club is an active year round
club based at Lake pier, Lake Drive, Hamworthy with
over 300 members. Membership is very diverse and
ranges from those intent on paddling at every
opportunity and finding fresh challenges and excitement
to those looking for relaxation and gentle exercise.
Ages range from child to grandparent and they have
lots of family members. Many parents introducing their
children to the sport with support from the club and
the assistance of courses and coaches.
Visit the Poole Harbour Canoe Club
web-site at: www.phcc.org.uk
Rowing and
Canoeing
There are several rowing and canoeing clubs in the
Harbour, particularly around Hamworthy. Please keep
well clear of these smaller boats, particularly when there
may be novices involved.
Canoeing in Poole Harbour is possibly the best way to
explore the inlets and creeks and get to normally
inaccessible places.
Following the Code of Safe Practice for
Sea Canoeists, see: www.bw.org.uk
The Poole Harbour Guide ~ 2013
Poole Amateur
Rowing Club
Founded in 1873, PARC are arguably the oldest sporting
club in Poole. The club is run entirely by its members on
a voluntary basis. All monies raised are channelled back
into the club to cover running costs and maintain the fleet
of boats.
Rowing is one of the fastest growing sports in the
country, due to widely recognised fitness and health
benefits and recent successes at World Championships
and Olympic events.
Membership is made up equally of male and female
rowers; they have children as young as ten and adults
over 50 years of age competing regularly.
If you would like to know more about rowing or
coxing and even give it a go, then please feel free to go
down to the club house on any Sunday morning after
10 o'clock and ask for the Club Captain.
Poole Amateur Rowing Club’s clubhouse is adjacent to
Poole lifting bridge. Go along and give rowing a try.

You can even hire a Kayak at
Poole Harbour Watersports
kayak tuition & tours
Poole Harbour Watersports organise relaxed kayak tours
using the quiet waterways to explore what are normally
inaccessible shores. You will enjoy the most beautiful
views, visit a wild life reserve, land on uninhabited islands
and paddle up river to a river-side pub.
PHW use a BCU qualified instructor as a guide and
supply all the equipment needed, but if you have your
own you can take it. Their easy to use ‘sit on top'
touring kayaks mean you don't need any experience,
single or two seaters are available. All tours can include
regular breaks. They can also supply stand-up
paddleboards for use on the tours.
The Island Safari
The most popular of the tours takes you to the Arne
nature reserve and some of the most tranquil waters of
Poole Harbour.
See the best views in the area, paddle round and land
on deserted islands and see the harbour wildlife, which
often consists of seals, deer and rare species of birds.
Brownsea Tour
This tour takes you round the back of Brownsea
where you can land and explore this beautiful island.
You'll see the nature reserves, some of the less well
known beaches and the most exclusive and expensive
properties in the country.
Wareham River
Paddle from Hamworthy, through the Wareham
channel and up the Frome River to Wareham quay.
This is another very peaceful tour which has plenty of
great views and wildlife.
Recreational Activities
Wareham itself is a beautiful town that is full of history.
Here you will have the opportunity to go to the
museum, shopping in the high street or the market
(Saturdays only) or visit various pubs and restaurants for
lunch.
To book call us on 01202 700503
Email: info@pooleharbour.co.uk
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Poole
Based
Diving
Attractions
By Phil Thorkildsen
For those that like sea life, the first must be ‘The
Pinnacle’. Legendary among local divers, this tower of
rock, aka Tesco’s, can be found right in the harbour
entrance, just below the Haven Hotel. Location alone
ensures that most of the time, the local fauna is left to its
own devices. Diving here is only really practical during
neap tides and when surface traffic is low, so it’s mostly
very early mornings. Those that bother are rewarded
with a lovely dive and a little fresh ‘lunch’.
If you plan on diving on The
Pinnacle, please advise Harbour
Control first, ideally on VHF
Channel 14 or otherwise by phone
(01202) 440230
East into Poole Bay we find ‘Poole Patch’ (Poole Rocks
on the chart). Doesn’t sound very inspiring but these
rocks are the remains of an ancient forest. Destroyed by
part of the process that created the Solent, these
fossilised tree roots now stand proud of the seabed by
several feet, the roots forming a cathedral like structure,
many of which are large enough for a diver to swim
through. Most of them have their own resident
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population of fish. An excellent training location with just
enough to keep the dive leader interested too.
West of the harbour entrance is the ‘Training Bank’. This
is highly tidal but, with good boat cover, can make an
interesting ‘rummage’ dive.
Probably of greater interest to the majority of divers is
the huge number of wrecks in the area. Chronologically,
these start with the ‘Studland Bay’ wreck, re-discovered
in 1984 by divers from Hamworthy Sub-Aqua Club
when they were asked to investigate a snagged net by a
local fisherman. This 15th century vessel, once described
as ‘as historically significant as the Mary Rose’, is now a
protected wreck, but an excellent display of artefacts can
be found at the local museum.
A number of wrecks in the area can be attributed to
bad weather or poor navigation but by far the greatest
number are the casualties of the two world wars. Too
many to catalogue here, these range from merchant
vessels, warships and aircraft to tanks, yes tanks! There
are seven of these bizarre contraptions, casualties of bad
weather during practice for the D-day landings. Most are
shallow, the size of a van (these are Valentines, not the
more common DD Shermans), they’re all tricky to find.
An interesting and poignant dive, everybody should do at
least one, and spare a thought for the brave boys that
went to war (and to sea) in them.
Facilities
A number of good dive shops in the area cover all diving
needs, from novice training to technical diving. All
associations are covered (BSAC, SAA and PADI).
There are a number of active local clubs too, see
relevant press for details or enquire at dive shops.
Good charter boats run out of Poole covering all
the available diving. See press and book early,
they’re popular.
Launching
If you insist on using your own RIB, Poole is not the
best place. The public slip at Baiter Park is VERY
shallow. If yours is more than a six man RIB, don’t
expect to use Baiter, without a struggle, at anything
other than high water. A couple of boat yards and a
number of yacht clubs have excellent slips, but, all are
expensive, and some just don’t want divers. The two
most ‘diver friendly’ yards are in Hamworthy, both
entail a long slow trip out through the harbour adding
significantly to transit times.
Lastly, if the forecast includes east or south-east winds,
do something else for the weekend!

Diving in Poole Harbour
Recreational Activities
Recreational diving in Poole Harbour has its own problems – there is hardly any deep water other
than the navigation channels! Some recreational diving and training does occur in safer areas of the
Harbour, but this is usually less than interesting due to the poor visibility underwater. If you wish to
dive in Poole Harbour, remember, some areas can become very congested, so for your own safety:
• Always use a boat to mark the
surface area.
• Have another person onboard to
act as a safety lookout while divers
are down.
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SEA START AGENT
• Fly the flag (International code of
Signals ‘A’ flag ~ “I have divers
down, keep well clear at slow speed”)
• Let someone know where you are
going and when you expect to return
‘A’ Flag
• Do not dive or cause an obstruction
in any of the navigation channels
• Follow the Code of Safe Practice
for Divers.
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Come on in –
the water’s lovely!
By Simon R. Chance,
Executive, PADI Retailer and Resort Associations,
PADI Europe, Middle East and Africa
Having been privileged to work in the industry for
almost two decades now, it gives me considerable
pleasure to see that Scuba is still among Britain’s fastestgrowing
sports, attracting more and more people every
day from all walks of life – adventurers, keen to take a
look at what lies below the surface of the water covering
seven tenths of our planet’s surface.
There are almost as many reasons for people to dive
as there are people to go diving, however the
exploration of our undiscovered Earth often comes high
on the list. So much is still unknown about the
underwater world that, in many ways, the Scuba
experience can be paralleled with the exploration of
Outer Space – albeit rather more accessible to those of
with less than a few billion pounds to spare! There are
also some fantastic travel opportunities, from visiting the
“cradle of history” in the Red Sea, to some more recent
history diving the scuttled WW1 battleships off Oban in
Scotland, Ice Diving in Norway, marine Ecology research
in Belize and just about everything in between!
Unique Flexibility
Whatever you want to derive from your recreation time,
chances are you can find it underwater; one of the most
attractive features of the sport is that every dive can be
tailored to tickle your particular fancy. Want to do
something other than hang around the pub at the
weekend? There are excellent diving locations within just
a couple of hours’ drive of almost everywhere in the UK
and the area around Poole in particular has heaps of
history to offer. Want to do something on your holiday
in between topping up the tan? There are also diving
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locations at almost every holiday destination you can
think of – even ice diving in the mountains in Verbier!
Want to experience a real adrenaline rush? Imagine
sharing your (very) close personal space with a school of
Zambezi sharks at feeding time…
Getting Started
At this stage you may be forgiven for thinking that it must
be difficult or expensive to gain entry to this wonderful
world. Well, here’s the good news – the growth in
recreational Scuba diving has led to improved access to
quality tuition, and production of Scuba equipment in
volume has brought the ownership of personal gear
within most reasonable budgets.
Without doubt, the key to a safe and enjoyable
learning experience is to go to a properly accredited
Instructor or Dive Centre, suitably registered by a
recognised training organization such as PADI (the
Professional Association of Diving Instructors). Bona fide
PADI professionals, for instance, will be more than
happy to prove their credentials if asked – and if you’re
in any doubt, you can contact PADI for confirmation
(general.emea@padi.com). Typically, the road to
certification with PADI involves introduction to some
background theory, a few pool dives to familiarise
yourself with the equipment and techniques, and some
Open Water experience. If you’re planning a holiday,
you could take a “referral” option; conducting the theory
and pool dives here, then completing your Open Water
dives in warm water on your holiday, provides a
supremely comfortable introduction as well as freeing up
valuable holiday time!
Discover Scuba sessions at a local swimming pool

also allow you to experience breathing underwater for
the first time and to ask any questions you may have.
Under the PADI system, you can even credit this pool
dive towards your Scuba Diver or Open Water Diver
certification.
If you go along for one of these pool dives, here’s a
tip; there are usually other people there who are
learning with the same facility, so ask them how they’re
getting on. You’ll usually get an honest insight into the
way the facility conducts its training – and you can meet
some really cool people this way too.
See you under the water!
Pictures courtesy of Flippas ‘n’ Fins
Recreational Activities
In Brief
• Ensure the qualification you receive is recognised
world-wide; if in doubt ask a travel agent !
• Ask about home study options to ensure you
learn at a pace you are comfortable with
• ALWAYS ask what’s included in the price; “cheap”
is rarely – if ever – the same as “best value”
• Check your instructor’s credentials and make
sure they are current and if they aren’t you should
definitely walk away
• If you’re not sure whether what you are seeing is
correct, or not sure what to look for, check with
the Instructor’s certification organisation
• Consider a “referral” option to make the most of
your holiday time
• Join the PADI Diving Society to stay up to date
with what’s happening in the world of diving
• Visit PADI’s website www.padi.com for a list of
PADI Dive Centres and Resorts in the UK and
World-wide
For more information, call PADI on 0117 300 7234
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Poole Harbour
Speed Limits
Mariners are advised that in accordance with Poole
Harbour byelaw 2(aa) speed restrictions are relaxed
within the Wareham Channel, Middle Ship Channel
and North Channel during the period 1st October to
31st March.
Mariners are reminded byelaw 2(a) still applies which
states that “every vessel shall be navigated with care
and caution and at such speed and in such a manner as
not to endanger the lives of or cause injury or be a
nuisance to persons or endanger the safety of or cause
damage to other vessels, moorings, buoys, beacons or
other property.”
The speed limits still apply throughout
the rest of the harbour, especially 6 knots
in Little Channel and Holes Bay, and 10
knots in the Harbour entrance area
between Bell Buoy and 1400 metres from
South Haven Point.
Speeding and excessive wash offences
are taken very seriously and may result
in prosecution.
Wareham
Area within which speed
limit does not apply during
period 31st Oct – 31st Mar
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Hamworthy
Purbeck
Mariners are reminded that Radar,
AIS, CCTV, telephone and VHF
Channels are recorded.
Power Boats
The most common problem caused by powered boats
is excessive speed. Considerable wash is created by fastmoving
powered boats, particularly those with
displacement or semi-displacement hulls. This can easily
cause personal injury or damage to boats sailing or
moored nearby.
PLEASE not only observe the speed limit at all times,
but keep a good look-out to make sure that your wash
is not endangering others in the vicinity, for example
passengers disembarking from a pleasure boat, or
youngsters in canoes or dinghies.
Remember that your vessel must be navigated with care
and caution and at such speed so as not to endanger lives,
or cause injury or be a nuisance to others.
(Byelaw 2a – Page 16)
Large vessels and sailing yachts may not be as
maneuverable as you, so anticipate their movement and
give way accordingly. Also be aware of yachts or dinghies
which are racing. Anticipate when they are likely to
change course, for example when approaching channel
edges or near a race mark.
Poole
Brownsea
Island
Outer
extent of
10 knot limit

Personal
Watercraft
(PWs)
More commonly known as jet skis or water bikes, PWs
are permitted to use the harbour waters with some
restrictions.
A PW permit – which is the equivalent of harbour
dues for other recreational vessels, signifies the Harbour
Master’s written permission to operate within the
harbour.
Application forms are available from the Harbour
Office and on the Poole Harbour Recreational Website:
www.phc.co.uk
Before a permit is issued the applicant
must undertake:-
• That his craft is data tagged and the
number is clearly visible.
• Not to let any person under 16 years of
age ride his PW unless he is under the
direct supervision of the permit holder,
or holds the RYA Certificate of
Proficiency for PWs.
• To abide by the Harbour Master’s
directions.
As part of the Poole Harbour Commissioners’ Aquatic
Management Plan there are a number of designated
zones within the harbour to allow the segregation of
high speed activities. This reduces conflict with other
harbour users therefore reducing risk and improving
safety. Personal watercraft (jet skis) have such a zone
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north of Brownsea Island where they must operate
with caution and have due regard for other harbour
users. PW operators are not allowed to speed outside
of this area and can only operate in the harbour with
written permission from the Harbour Master in the
form of a permit.
You may be stopped on the water by one of the PHC
Patrol Craft, including the PW ‘Viper’. The Patrol Officer
will ask to see evidence of having purchased a permit.
Failure to do so may result in prosecution with fines of
up to £1,000 plus costs.
PWs are prohibited from using the quiet area to the
south of Brownsea Island. In all other areas of the
harbour they are subject to the speed limit of 10 knots,
which is strictly enforced.
PWs must not linger in the harbour entrance or the
main shipping channels, and are not to ‘play the wake’ of
larger vessels.
The recommended area for launching is Baiter Public
Slipway where permits can be obtained. Permits may
also be obtained from the Harbour Office and Poole
Quay Boat Haven.
Daily £10, Weekly £30, Annual £100. Payment can
now be made on line via our website www.phc.co.uk
PW owners must have proper
insurance. If launching at Baiter Public
Slipway, third party liability cover is a
mandatory requirement of the
Borough of Poole Council
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How to get into
Jetskiing
Personal Watercraft, also known as ‘Jetskis’ have evolved
from relatively noisy two stroke small unstable craft to
today’s larger multi-functional watercraft with engines
which have some of the lowest emissions of any craft
out on todays waters. All the manufacturers now
produce a range of craft to suit various different markets
including family and general recreation, specialist models
for towing water skiers and wake boarders and the
more powerful supercharged models.
As well as adding faster models to the market
manufacturers have also spent a lot of research and
development time in making the engines extremely
efficient as well as providing advanced safety features
such as full braking systems and suspension. Being
versatile a PW maybe used in conditions or areas which
may not be suitable for other craft.
Safety Advice
As personal watercraft have become more powerful and
The Poole Harbour Guide ~ 2013
Written by Ross Ceaton Director of Jetski Safaris Ltd
accessible it is highly recommended to take part in a
form of training. This will not only help the user become
a more competent rider it will introduce essential safety
advice and local area rules and regulations. Although not
currently compulsory, insurance companies recommend
taking the RYA PW course and this helps financially by
reducing their premiums.
The RYA Personal Watercraft competency course is
available at a number of the RYA Training Centres
located within the harbour. Training can often be done
on the users own craft or a personal watercraft supplied
by the centre.
Essential safety advice to all riders would be to always
wear a kill cord, wear suitable clothing and impact vests
whilst riding the craft. Additionally all riders should always
obtain a Harbour Permit before launching within the
harbour. Craft should be insured and riders should know
and understand the local byelaws.They should observe
the speed limits and operate within the designated zones.

Getting into Jetskiing
As Personal Watercraft become more popular, more
options are available to get out on the water and enjoy
these thrilling craft. The obvious route into the sport is
to go out and purchase either a new or second hand
PW. When purchasing a PW it is very important to not
just focus on the price but to also carefully consider your
storage options (trailer versus versa dock), insurance,
harbour permit and personal safety equipment.
An alternative to ownership is to look at the
increasingly popular PW / Jetski share schemes which
allows members to take part in the RYA training and
then book sessions online and use the clubs equipment
at their convenience without having the full costs
associated with ownership.
With the reduction in ‘Jetski hire’ outlets an alternative
way to safely sample PWs is to go to one of the
companies based in the harbour which offer Instructor
led trips around the harbour and local coastline which
include both the chance to receive basic instruction
before driving the craft and experience the exhilaration
of the sport in both the harbour and open sea.
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Sailboarding
& Kite Surfing
The need to maintain designated areas for certain water
sports is well documented. The use of this zoning assists
in mitigating the hazards associated with the mixing of
powered and non-powered craft, and minimises the
disturbance to ecologically sensitive areas.
Whitley Lake offers an expanse of safe shallow water
and is ideal for a variety of non-powered water sports
not least wind and kite surfing.
Sailboarding can take place throughout the harbour,
however sailboarders are not allowed to sail within the
main channels or the harbour entrance, but may cross
the channels or navigate through the harbour entrance
via the shortest possible route and not so as to cause
obstruction to other vessels which can navigate only
within these channels. (Byelaw 2 (bb))
Kite surfing is subject to a Local Notice to Mariners
which prohibits kite surfing in any of the main shipping
channels between the Bar Buoy and the Turning Basin.
Becoming well established in Whitley Lake has also led
to a voluntary Code of Conduct being agreed between
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Poole Harbour Commissioners, the BKSA and local
enthusiasts/schools. This was produced to educate
participants of the fragile ecology of the area and to
encourage a safety culture amongst participants to assist
in reducing the number of incidents.
The Code of Conduct is freely available from the local
schools, and both are available from the PHC website.
The local schools are more than willing to offer free
advice on any of the water sports which are currently
being enjoyed in the area.
The Academy: 01202 708283
H2O Sports: 01202 733744
Poole Harbour Watersports: 01202 700503
Follow the Code of Safe
Practice for Windsurfers.
See: www.rya.org.uk

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Kite Surfing
Whitley Lake in particular is extremely popular with
Sailboarders and Kitesurfers. This is an ideal place to
learn these sports. However, this area is not without
dangers to participants of these water sports, to others
in the vicinity and also to the environment, it is for these
reasons this voluntary Code of conduct has been
produced by PHC in conjunction with BKSA guidelines.
Kitesurfing is promoted in specified areas in and around
Poole Harbour, similar to many sports which also have
EELGRASS DO’S AND DON’T’S
• Do be aware of where the eelgrass
beds are in the harbour
• Do not surf within the eelgrass beds. It
is an offence to recklessly cause damage
to these areas that provide shelter or
protection to a variety of species
• Don’t travel at high speeds that create
significant wash in or near these areas
• Don’t trample the seabed in these areas
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designated areas. The promoted areas are Whitley Lake,
Hamworthy Park, Bramble Bush Bay Studland and all
beaches outside the harbour in suitable conditions.
Management of the risk is currently under review and
may result in further control measures.
Kite surfing is not allowed in the
Harbour Entrance or any of the
Main Shipping Channels
between the Bar Buoy and the
Turning Basin at the Ferry Port
Kite Surfing ~
Code of Conduct
• Kitesurfers must hold 3rd party liability insurance
• No launching, landing or riding within
100m of harbour wall
• Always use an effective primary and
secondary kite safety system
• It is highly recommended that all
Kitesurfers are members of the BKSA
and have reached level 2 Independent
Kitesurfer Level with a recognised school
• Be sure you can handle the prevailing
conditions. Kitesurfing is not
recommended in Whitley Lake in wind
directions from North through East to South
• Always assist fellow Kitesurfers when
launching and landing. Self launching and
landing is not recommended
• A Kitesurfer must know the rules of
navigation and abide by them
• Site Assessment on arrival as the area
can get exceptionally busy both ashore
and on the water.
No matter how competent you are,
or how good the conditions look:
NEVER RISK THE
SAFETY OF OTHERS

Water Skiing
A permit is required for waterskiing inside the harbour, it
can be obtained from the Harbour Office or the Poole
Harbour Recreational website: www.phc.co.uk. Current
costs are:-
Daily £10, Weekly £35, Annual £120. Payment can
now be made on line via our website www.phc.co.uk
Harbour dues are payable in addition on each boat.
Payable at £0.79/metre at the Harbour Office.
All plus VAT
The designated water ski area is in the Wareham
Channel and is approximately 2000 metres long and
varies in width between 300 metres and 600 metres.
The area is marked by blue and white stakes, yellow
buoys and notice boards. Water skiers are exempt from
the speed limit when operating within this area.
Water skiing boats must have a minimum of two
people in the boat, one of whom acts as a lookout
astern. Boats should circuit the area in an anti-clockwise
direction and avoid getting too close to each other.
Water skiing may take place anywhere outside the
harbour to seaward of the 8 knots yellow buoy markers
off the beaches.
Follow the Code of Safe
Practice for Water Skiers
issued with every permit. See:
www.british-waterski.co.uk
Inflatable
Towed Toys
Recreational Activities
The use of inflatable towed toys pose a significant hazard
to other users within the harbour, and indeed to the
person on them should they be thrown into the water.
These inflatables are prohibited from use anywhere
within the harbour. They may be towed out to sea for
use outside the harbour entrance providing they are not
manned during the transit.
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Swimming
Although there are several small sandy beaches,
swimming is not recommended within the Harbour.
There can be considerable boat traffic and much of the
water’s edge consists of mud flats, which makes
swimming difficult and sometimes unpleasant. Swimming
is much safer and more enjoyable on the excellent sandy
beaches just outside the Harbour at Sandbanks,
Flaghead, Shell Bay and Studland.
Beaches
Poole has held highly coveted International Blue Flags
for the past twenty years. This indicates the beaches
have consistently met high standards of management
and cleanliness.
In peak season it is ensured that sands are sifted,
cleaned and raked on a regular basis, in addition litter is
cleared throughout the day. Specific dog-free zones and
activity areas for boarders and swimmers are part of our
commitment to you, to provide a relaxing, fun and safe
time for all ages.
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Sandbanks
Sandbanks Beach has held the additional distinction of
having been awarded a 100% rating by ENCAMS.
Naturally beautiful, with more than three miles of golden
sand, the Sandbanks Beach area is designated by the EC
as one of the few areas in the country, which has
achieved the highest standard of cleanliness.
Canford Cliffs
Canford Cliffs Beach is a natural and tranquil area of our
beaches situated between Shore Road and Branksome
Chine. The steep sandy cliff face provides a haven for
wildlife. Facilities consist of First Aid, Toilets, Refreshment
Kiosk and public telephone.
RNLI Beach Lifeguards are in
operation on the beaches from
1st May to 30th September.

Dogs
Dogs are banned from the main beaches during this
time. Deckchair, windbreak and parasol hire is available
at Sandbanks and Branksome Chine only.
Cyclists
Cyclists are requested to cycle with care on the
promenade on Poole's beaches. There is a maximum
speed limit of 10mph. From mid September - June
cycling is unrestricted however, from mid June - mid
Sept. cycling is permitted before 10am and after 7pm.
Studland Beach
This is one of the most heavily visited beaches in the
country. Each year around a million people come to the
beach to enjoy natural surroundings and swim in the bay.
When boating or windsurfing please consider the
following. Purbeck DC byelaws cover the whole of the
sea shore area for a distance of 300 metres off shore.
IT IS AN OFFENCE TO:-
1 Cause or permit a sail board to
be sailed or otherwise propelled
to the danger of bathers.
2 Allow a boat to be driven or sailed
in a dangerous manner or without
due care and attention or without
reasonable consideration for other
persons.
3 Allow an engine driven boat to be
used unless the engine is fitted with
a suitable silencer.
4 Within the areas marked by the
yellow buoys, it is an offence to
allow a boat to exceed a speed of
5 nautical miles per hour.
With so many visiting the beach your co-operation of
observing the byelaws will help everyone enjoy their visit.
A SPECIAL NOTE FOR JET SKIERS
The National Trust does not permit jet skis to be
launched or landed on the beach at Studland.
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Iles of Scilly
Falmouth
Poole is the perfect harbour, it has everything ~ as you’ve seen elsewhere in
this guide. However, if you are based in Poole you’ll also be looking at distant
horizons and wondering what lies beyond. Poole is ideally situated, foreign
shores beckon and along the South Coast there are a multitude of safe
havens awaiting you.
In this Edition we highlight harbours, marinas and places of interest for
your Channel Islands and West Country cruise.
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Plymouth
Torbay
Salcombe
Guernsey
Alderney
Weymouth
& Portland
Jersey
France

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Guernsey: the
centre of the
Channel Islands
cruising area
St Peter Port’s Victoria Marina is situated in the very
heart of the town nestling right beside the
waterfront shops and restaurants, the marina offers
free wifi and good shelter with extra holding
pontoons in the pool of the outer harbour.
Special Offers for 2013
• Stay 4 days for the price of 3. (Excl. July & Aug).
• 25 % reduction on mooring fees for rallies outside of
July and August (conditions apply).
• Unattended rate of £1.00 per metre per day for yachts
left behind (Excluding July & August).
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Glorious
Guernsey
A heady mix of stunning scenery and the best of
contemporary living, Guernsey is the perfect destination.
Inspiring walks along the cliff paths, rambles through the
rural interior or lazy days on the island’s beautiful
beaches, Guernsey has it all.
St Peter Port, the island’s capital, is a bustling harbour
town, a tapestry of architectural styles that tell the story
of the region’s changing fortunes. Here bistros,
restaurants and boutiques jostle for your attention, while
in the harbour ferries are readied to take you to the
sister islands.
Ask anyone who’s been there. Guernsey is a special
place, a thriving community that welcomes its visitors
with open arms and leaves a lasting impression on all
who set foot on her soil.
Alderney
Alderney, the nearest Channel Island and the third
largest, invites you to travel to and discover one of the
few unspoiled, peaceful, natural and totally relaxing
British Isles. A little island - just one and a half miles wide
and three and a half miles long with just over two
thousand friendly and welcoming inhabitants. Like
Guernsey and Jersey, the island enjoys a mild climate
and independence, with its own government and a
fledgling off-shore finance and E-commerce sector.
Despite its closeness to mainland France (8 miles),
Guernsey (23 miles), Jersey (30 miles) and Poole (60
miles), Alderney has managed to avoid mainstream
tourism. Remote, yet well connected with direct
scheduled air links from the UK, Alderney has its own
airport and harbour.

Base yourself in Jersey
and explore in a tide
The most southerly destination in the British Isles,
Jersey’s favourable climate combined with some of the
largest tidal ranges in the world (up to 12 metres) makes
for the most breathtaking sailing experience.
St Helier’s three marinas all hold the internationally
recognised ‘5 Gold Anchor’ status and provide a range
of services and facilities to best suit your needs.
Within the pontoons disabled access, drying out pad/
blocks, electricity and free Wi-Fi are all provided, while
onshore you can take advantage of a launderette, refuse
disposal, showers, toilets and cafes.
We are justly proud of our professional and dedicated
marine leisure staff who are available to offer you every
assistance in helping to make the most of your stay.
Discover your secret hideaway
Escape the turmoil of everyday life and moor under stars
from a choice of five berths around the Island, including
the picturesque harbour of St Aubin and Gorey with its
imposing back drop of Mont Orgueil Castle.
One destination, unlimited possibilities
With Jersey Marinas as your base, explore the Island’s
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exquisite beaches, learn about its varied and exciting
history or just relax and watch the world go by in one of
the Island’s many award winning restaurants.
With low-cost fuel available, opt to go that little bit
further for a fraction of the price to many other places
across the Channel Islands, British Isles or France.
Jersey Marinas is committed to ensuring your stay
exceeds all expectations. If you require further
information, contact our Marine Leisure Centre on
+44 (0)1534 447708 or visit our website:
www.jerseymarinas.je
Jersey Boat Show
For the sixth consecutive year, the Barclays Jersey Boat
Show will take place over the Bank Holiday Weekend of
Saturday 4 to Monday 6 May 2013.
The show is the largest free maritime event in the
Channel Islands and ranks as the third largest of its kind
in the British Isles.
To find out more visit our website:
www.jerseyboatshow.com
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Falmouth
If you intend to head west this year then you really
should make Falmouth a port of call. Falmouth is a
bustling port which is strongly influenced by its maritime
history. The Town offers a wide range of amenities and
provides the perfect base for visitors.
The Yacht Haven has capacity for 100 boats. It is
ideally situated for the amenities in town and is within
easy walking distance of the shops and the Maritime
Museum. There is a wide choice of pubs and restaurants
in the vicinity. Falmouth has a first-class amenity centre
which contains showers, toilets and laundry facilities. It is
cleaned and maintained to a high standard, which has
been praised by many of their visitors. It is suitable for
use by vessels up to 15m Length and 2.5m draft. There
is a happy and informal atmosphere and is the ideal base
for a visit to Falmouth.
Superb
Salcombe
Salcombe Harbour is situated on the southern-most tip
of Devon. The harbour entrance lies between Bolt Head
to the West and Prawle Point to the East and offers a safe
haven between Plymouth and Dartmouth.
Salcombe provides a wide range of marine facilities including:
• Pontoon and swinging moorings
• Tender berthing
• Yacht Taxi service
• Holding tank pump out
• Fresh Water
• Showers
• Sandy Beaches
• Access to the south west coast path
• A bustling town with a great atmosphere
They look forward to welcoming you to Salcombe
sometime soon.

There’s more to the Isle of Wight
than you’d expect too!
Everyone loves the character of the Isle of Wight. For
instance at Shanklin you’ll find, Fisherman’s Cottage – a
free house featured in the Good Pub Guide.
Nestling on the beach, at the foot of the famous
Shanklin Chine, and the first building on the shore,
Fisherman’s Cottage was built in about 1817 by William
Colenutt who excavated the path through the Chine.
His son-in-law was the first operator of bathing
machines and who provided hot brine baths (bath now
in the Chine). Now it is the popular ‘thatched pub on
the beach’.
With two free moorings in the bay, it is the ideal place
to bring the family, to relax and enjoy a drink, or sample
the varied menu of hot and cold meals.
Yarmouth; everyone’s favourite destination and it hardly
needs to be promoted here.Ah but there’s a secret gem
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The Fisherman’s Cottage is right on the beach
here too; the Royal Solent Yacht Club. When you’re next
in town pay them a visit, they will make you welcome.
Their clubhouse has been beautifully extended, they do
great food and the views are to die for!
Fisherman’s Cottage
Free House featured in the Good Pub Guide
The thatched pub on the beach
• Two Free Moorings for visitors
• Perfect for Families
• Great Atmosphere and Varied Menu
Open from March to end October
01983 - 863882 ~ Shanklin Esplanade
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BTEC students
What do Rockley Watersports do?
Pedalo hire, teach sailing, school trips to France? Yes to
all of those – and much more.
So to let everyone in on their secret successes the
Poole-based water-sports company held an open
morning to spread the word as to just how diverse the
organization has become.
Those in attendance were told that teaching beginner
sailing from Rockley has become just 3% of the overall
business; nowadays 66% takes place in France, providing
UK schools with adventurous activity trips. That’s not to
say that their home site is not a hive of activity
nowadays, the place is still buzzing on, and off, the
water. For instance young people come from all over to
participate in a BTEC course that is equivalent to 3 A-
Levels. This course is a successful example of a publicprivate
partnership between Rockley and LeAF (Learning
and Achievement Foundation), where LeAF deliver the
BTEC element of the course and Rockley deliver the
water-sports training and qualifications. On successful
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Success Stories
completion these students are sought-after world-wide.
Rockley also have had candidates from around the world
on an ISAF/IOC Scholarship Course. Participants in 2012
came from Egypt, Fiji, Vietnam, Papua New Guinea,
Mozambique, UAE and Madagascar.
The course is aimed at emerging sailing nations.
Countries send their National Training Manager to
Poole and Rockley put them on an intensive course
aimed at helping them increase grass-roots participation
and develop sailing in their home countries, this
includes practical sessions and water-based sessions,
plus industry visits.
The International Olympic Committee only allows
one centre in the world to run this course and ISAF
(International Sailing Federation) chose Rockley. To be
chosen for this is a big deal, it is the equivalent of FIFA
running their highest coaching course at Poole Town FC.
Having said that, Rockley have long been recognised as
top of their game in the UK.

A risk too far say Coleman Marine
Should I insure my boat or put the cost of insurance
towards an engine upgrade or new sail? I’m sure all of us
have considered whether it prudent to effectively ‘self
insure’ or transfer some of the risks associated with boat
ownership to an established marine specialist insurance
company for an annual insurance premium.
For those people who have thought, “I’ve been
operating boats for years without incident, why should I
bother insuring?” have you considered how you would
pay the legal costs of defending a third party allegation?
A significant number of insurance claims arise from
third parties holding our clients liable, ranging from
something as basic as a small dent following a minor
collision, to a significant incident involving personal injury
with loss of earnings and disability. All of the
comprehensive policies available through Coleman
Marine provide coverage to pay the costs of defending a
policy holder following an alleged incident saving our
clients significant time and money.
How would you pay for the recovery of your vessel if
she sank within a shipping channel or within the confines
of the Harbour? Worse still sank and polluted local
waters? Good quality insurance will generally include the
reasonable costs of removing your vessel in the
unfortunate event she was significantly damaged and
Yacht & Motorboat Insurance
sank and will normally provide compensation for any
pollution damage (within policy limits) caused as a result
of the incident.
Don’t forget that if you have a boat berthed or
moored within the harbour at present £2,000,000
third party liability insurance is a compulsory
requirement for any vessel issued with a PHC license
in case you cause damage or injury to third party
property or persons. All of the policies we recommend
exceed this requirement by covering our clients with at
least £3,000,000 liability insurance.
Given the complexity of the different policies and
levels of cover available, please contact the team at
Coleman Marine Insurance for independent specialist
insurance advice on: 01202 647400.
Coleman Marine is a trading style of E Coleman & Co
Ltd who are authorised and regulated by the Financial
Services Authority.
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Insurance
All resident craft berthed or moored within the Harbour must be
covered by insurance for third party liabilities – the present requirement
is £2 million. Failure to maintain this insurance cover will result in the
cancellation of a private mooring licence
Do you really need
marine insurance?
By Jack Hennings: A-Plan Insurance
The Poole Harbour Guide ~ 2013
The photographs on these pages are courtesy of David Harding of sailingscenes.com
Marine Insurance, is it really necessary? From a legal
standpoint, the answer’s no, but if you want to be able
to moor or berth your vessel within Poole Harbour, or
be able to use many facilities elsewhere, the response
is a resounding ‘yes’. Nearly all marinas and harbours
require you to have suitable third party insurance (in
case you cause injury or damage to another person or
vessel) before mooring and many boat owners
understand the importance of insurance to protect
their craft against fire, theft or accidental damage.
While it is possible to arrange marine insurance
yourself, given its complexity, many owners choose to
use an insurance broker, who can offer impartial and
expert advice, specific to the owner’s particular needs
– and ensure your premium is competitive. The value
of using an insurance broker can also be felt if you have
to make a claim on your policy; your broker can
manage the claim for you and negotiate with the
insurer on your behalf.

Whether you are seeking insurance for the first time or
looking to change provider, find out from other boat
owners what they think of their current provider.
If they have enjoyed good service (especially when
making a claim) and have competitive premiums, ask
more about who arranges their insurance! But above all,
when arranging marine insurance, make sure you have
the right level of cover to protect yourself and your craft
– giving you peace of mind when out on the water.
Yacht & Motorboat Insurance
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Waste Disposal
Government legislation requires ports to have a port
waste management plan. Copies of the Poole Harbour
Waste Management Plan are available from the Harbour
Office. All waste from visiting vessels must be deposited
ashore and there are adequate facilities at Poole Quay
Boat Haven, all marinas and most yacht clubs for
domestic waste. Pump-out is available at Poole Quay
Boat Haven and waste oil may be landed there by
arrangement with the staff. Visiting craft should not use
on board toilet and shower facilities while alongside as
these are provided ashore.
Complaints
If you have any cause to complain about behaviour in the
harbour, please contact Harbour Control immediately on
Channel 14, or telephone 01202 440230, and follow up
with a letter, or an Incident Report (forms available from
the Harbour Master’s Office or on line on PHC website:
www.phc.co.uk) as soon as possible afterwards. All
complaints, accidents and incidents are investigated by
the Harbour Authority and action taken where
appropriate. We rely on you to help us in our
endeavours to keep the harbour safe.
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Fuel
Visitors will also find a complete marine bunkering service
at CPL Petroleum (Corralls) opposite the Quay between
the lifting bridge and Sunseeker. This facility is attended
9am – 3pm, 7 days a week. There is an automated 24
hour service for account customers.
For more information tel: 01202 669092,
visit their site (SEE RIGHT) or see their
website www.cplpetroleum.co.uk
Fuel is also available at Cobb’s Quay (see page 48) and
Saltern’s Marina (see page 57).
Also see Chartlet Inside Front Cover. Fuel sites are
marked thus
Water is the
source of most
engine problems
Fuel tanks should be kept as full as possible to
minimize the condensation of moisture which
accumulates as ‘free water’ at the bottom of the tank,
providing an ideal environment to for the Diesel Bug
to thrive. The fungal cells divide, doubling in number
every twenty minutes, and their bodies accumulate
forming a slime that floats upwards into the fuel,
adhering to the tank’s inner walls and fuel lines and
producing corrosive hydrogen sulphide.
The destructive bug will clog fuel filters, fuel lines, fuel
gauges, corrode pumps and injectors, swell and blister
hoses and connectors, degrade the fuel and reduce fuel
economy. Left unchecked clogged filters, breakdowns
and even engine damage can result. Removing the
water with Fuel Set will prevent these problems.

Fuel Duty -
How will it work?
When recreational boaters buy diesel for their craft, they
will need to make a declaration to the supplier if they
intend the fuel to be used for propelling a private
pleasure craft. The recreational boater
will also declare what percentage of the fuel will be used
for propulsion (as opposed to domestic purposes such
as heating and lighting).
How will the boater work out what
percentage of fuel they intend to use
for propulsion?
Analysis suggests that a split of 60 % for propulsion and
40 % for domestic use (heating, cooking, etc) probably
reflects MOST people’s use and it is therefore likely that
many users will declare a similar apportionment. SEE
www.rya.org.uk
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Marinas and Moorings
Name and address of business Telephone Berths Moorings Slipway 24hr
access
Cobbs Quay marina 01202 674299 850 10 Yes No
Hamworthy, Poole, BH15 4HJ
Davis’s Boatyard 01202 674349 82 Alongside Yes No
Hamworthy, Poole, BH15 4HJ
Dorset Lake Marina 01202 674531 45 100 No Yes
Lake Drive, Hamworthy, BH15 4DT
Parkstone Bay Marina 01202 747857 280 150 No Yes
Turks Lane, Parkstone, BH14 8EW
Parkstone Yacht Club* 204 160 Yes Yes
Poole Quay Boat Haven 01202 649488 125 20 No Yes
Poole Town Quay, BH15 1HJ
Port of Poole Marina 01202 660120 + 785619 60 0 No Yes
Gatehouse. New Harbour Road, Poole BH15 4AJ
The Poole Yacht Club* 01202 672687 400 21 Yes Yes
New Harbour Road West, BH15 4AQ
Rockley Boat Park 01202 665001 32 71 Yes (2) Yes
Napier Road, Hamworthy, BH15 4LZ
Royal Motor Yacht Club* 01202 707227 100 16 Yes No
Sandbanks Boatyard (RM) Ltd* as above 0 211 Yes No
Salterns Marina Ltd 01202 709971 280 69 Yes Yes
40 Salterns Way, Lilliput, BH14 8JR
Sandbanks Yacht Company 01202 611262 0 150+ Yes No
Shell Bay Marine 01929 450340 0 97 Yes Yes
Ferry Road, Studland, BH19 3BA
Stevenson Moorings 01202 675738 0 105 No Yes
14 Lulworth Avenue, Hamworthy
*Members’ club which has occasional visitors’ berths
Slipways
Slipway & Tel. Ramp description Information Charges
Baiter Public slipway Concrete Shallow angle, easy access Yes – daily fee
None recommended jetski launch point
Cobbs Quay Marina Wide concrete Very busy – report to Dock Yes – daily fee
01202 674299 slipway Master’s office on arrival
Rockley Point Concrete Ramp Report to boat Yes – daily fee
01202 665001 30ft wide and steep park attendant
Salterns Marina Concrete Shallow launch point Yes – daily fee
01202 709971
Shell Bay Concrete Booking essential Yes – daily fee
01929 450 340 in summer and weekends
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Yacht Clubs and Organisations
Information
Organisation Telephone Call Sign Channel
East Dorset Sailing Club 01202 706111
352 Sandbanks Road, Evening Hill, BH14 8HY
Lilliput Sailing Club 01202 740319
Sandbanks Road, BH14 8HA
North Haven Yacht Club 01202 708830
2b Banks Road, Sandbanks, BH15 4EL
Parkstone Yacht Club 01202 743610 Parkstone Pearl M37
Pearce Ave, Parkstone, BH14 8EH
Poole Yacht Club 01202 672687 Pike Delta M37, 80
The Yacht Haven, Hamworthy, BH15 4AQ
Poole Yachting Association 01202 700281
Poole Yacht Racing Association 01202 679561
Redclyffe Yacht Club, Wareham 01929 550507
Rockley Cruising Club rockleycc@googlemail.com
9 Wessex Way, Grove, Wantage, Oxon. OX12 0BS
Royal Motor Yacht Club 01202 707227
Panorama Road, Sandbanks, BH13 7RE
Smartliner 17 / 19 / 21
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Useful Telephone
Numbers
Lifeboat
In an emergency, dial . . . . 999 and ask for Coastguard
Poole Boathouse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 01202 665607
Coastguard
Portland. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 01305 760439
Poole. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 01202 670776
Poole Harbour Commissioners
Switchboard. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 01202 440200
Harbour Master . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 01202 440210
Harbour Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 01202 440230
Poole Quay Boat Haven/Town Quay
Berthing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 01202 649488
Radio Frequencies
Calling and Distress . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Channel 16
Harbour Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Channel 14
Fire and Rescue Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 999
Police . . . . . . . . . . 999 or 01202 552099 (Ext. 3276)
Ambulance In emergency dial. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 999
Taxi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 01202 666333
Doctor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 01202 679234
Dentist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 01202 672138
Hospital. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 01202 665511
Chemist. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 01202 678001
Poole Bridge. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 01202 676531
Bournemouth Int. Airport . . . . . . . . . . 01202 364000
Weather Call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0891 500457
British Rail Enquiries. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0845 7484950
Tourist Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 01202 253253
Customs and Excise . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 01202 685157
Wilts and Dorset Buses . . . . . . . . . . . . 01202 673555
Condor Ferries. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 01202 207207
Brittany Ferries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0990 360 360
Solent and other local harbours
Beaulieu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 01590 616200
Bembridge. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 01983 872828
Chichester . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 01243 512301
Cowes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 01983 293952
Hamble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 01489 576387
Langstone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 02392 463419
Littlehampton. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 01903 721215
Lymington . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 01590 672014
Newport . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 01983 525994
Newtown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 01983 531622
Poole . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 01202 440233
Portsmouth QHM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 02392 723124
Southampton . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 02380 330022
Weymouth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 01305 838423
Yarmouth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 01983 760321

Radio Weather Forecasts
Radio Station Telephone
Solent and Portland Coastguard on VHF Channel 16 every 3 hours
BBC RADIO CORNWALL 01872 275421
03.9 MHz 630kHz, 95.2 MKz 657 kHz, 96.0 MHz
Mon-Fri: 0608 0725 0825 1030 1225 1325 1725 1825 1925 2210 LT
Sat: 0725 0825 1030 1315 LT Sun: 0710 0925 1030 1310 LT
BBC RADIO DEVON 01752 260323
95.8 MH\990kHz, 103.4MHz 855kHz, 94.8 MHz 801kHz, 103.4 MHz, 1458kHz
Mon-Fri 0530 0605 0833 1330 1550 LT
Sat: 0605 0833 1305 LT Sun: 0605 0833 1307 LT
BBC RADIO ESSEX 01245 262393
103.5 MHz, 729kHz, 95.3 MHz, 1530kHz, 765kHz
Mon-Sun: 0640 0740 1740 1840 LT
RADIO FOYLE 93.1 MHz 792kHz 02871 378600
Mon-Sun: Every H + 00 (0900 – 1200) then 1230 1400 1500 1600 1730 LT
BBC RADIO GUERNSEY 93.3 MHz 1116kHz 01481 728977
Mon-Fri: 0810 1235 1710 Sat-Sun: 0805
BBC RADIO JERSEY 88.8 MHz 1026kHz 01534 870000
Mon-Fri: 0635 0710 0735 0810 0835 1710 1735 1800 1835 LT
Sat-Sun: 0735 LT
BBC RADIO KENT 01634 830505
96.7 MHz, 104.2 MHz 774kHz, 97.6 MHz, 1602kHz
Mon-Fri: 0530 0630 0730 0830 1730 LT
Sat: 0630 0730 0830 1305 LT Sun: 0830 0930 1305 LT
BBC RADIO SOLENT 023 8033 1311
96.1 MHz 999kHz, 103.8kHz 1359kHz
Mon-Fri: 0735 0835 1130 1230 1325 1425 1525 1625 1735 1835 2305 LT
Sat: 0635 0735 0835 0935 1035 1235 1310 1757 LT
Sun: 0735 0905 1505 2305 LT
BBC RADIO SUFFOLK 01473 250000
103.9 MHz, 104.6 MHz, 95.5 MHz
Mon-Fri: 0617 0717 0817 1305 1717 1805 LT
Sat: 0705 0805 1305 LT Sun: 0705 0805 1305 LT
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Moorings and Charges 2013
There are approximately 2,500 swinging moorings in the
Harbour, being either privately licensed or hired from a
mooring contractor. Private Licensed Moorings are
authorised by Annual Licence issued by Poole Harbour
Commissioners to a named person for a nominated craft.
They are not transferable, nor can any other craft
occupy the mooring without the Harbour Master’s
permission. Applications for a mooring licence must
PHC
Moorings
PHC have 140 Swinging
Moorings and 32 Pontoon
Berths available for hire. For
information and availability
please contact Helen at the
Harbour Office
Telephone: (01202) 440200
extension 302
Email: moorings@phc.co.uk
A - HOLES BAY
27 Swinging Moorings
6 x 8m @ £570.00 + VAT
14 x 10m @ £655.00 + VAT
7 x 12m @ £742.00 + VAT
Available from 1st April to 31st March
B - HOLES BAY
32 Pontoon Berths
£120 per metre per annum
Min Charge £1200.00 + VAT
Available from 1st April to 31st March
C - HAMISH BUOY
3 Swinging Moorings
14m @ £855.00 + VAT
Available from 1st April to 31st October
E - WYCH CHANNEL
EAST
3 Swinging Moorings
1 x 14m @ £855.00 + VAT
2 x 16m @ £969.00 + VAT
Available from 1st April to 31st October
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F - BROWNSEA ROAD
EAST
10 Swinging Moorings
4 x 12m @ £742.00 + VAT
6 x 14m @ £855.00 + VAT
Available from 1st April to 31st October
G - BROWNSEA ROAD
WEST
14 Swinging Moorings
12 x 14m @ £855.00 + VAT
2 x 16m @ £969.00 + VAT
Available from 1st April to 31st October
H - WYCH CHANNEL
WEST
19 Swinging Moorings
17 x 12m @ £742.00 + VAT
2 x 16m @ £969.00 + VAT
Available from 1st April to 31st October.
Winter Hire from 1st November to 31st
March is calculated at 60 %
I - HAMWORTHY EAST
58 Swinging Moorings
26 x 8m @ £570.00 + VAT
20 x 10m @ £655.00 + VAT
12 x 12m @ £742.00 + VAT
Available from 1st April to 31st October
J - HAMWORTHY WEST
5 Swinging Moorings
3 x 12m @ £742.00 + VAT
2 x 16m @ £969.00 + VAT
Available from 1st April to 31st October
K - SHIPSTAL POINT
1 Swinging Mooring
14m @ £855.00 + VAT
Available from 1st April to 31st October
Boat
Identification
All boats must have a
name, or other means of
identification, clearly
visible at all times. For
small craft such as dinghies
or tenders occupying a
mooring, the buoy number
of the allocated mooring is
sufficient
Charges
Information
be made to the Harbour Office where a waiting list
is maintained.
Hired Moorings are available from PHC, boatyards,
moorings contractors and yacht clubs within the Harbour.
Details of the facilities provided by these organisations are
obtainable from the Harbour Office or on the PHC
website www.phc.co.uk. For hire apply to the boatyard,
moorings contractors or yacht club concerned.
Harbour Dues (per metre length)
Per Day . . . . . . .£0.79
Per Week . . . . . .£3.21
Per Month . . . . .£6.43
Per Annum . . . . .£9.85
All Plus VAT
Mooring Licence Fees
Registration Fee . . . . . . . .£25.18
Private Boat Length
BAND A . . .Up to 4m . .£12.88
BAND B . . .4.1 to 8m . .£25.77
BAND C . .8.1 to 12m . .£38.64
BAND D . .12.1 to 16m .£51.50
All Plus VAT
Crown Estate Levy . . . . . .£95.00

Davis’s Boatyard
The Family-run Boatyard
Storage in well-sheltered yard
Handled by Professionals
All usual facilities available:
• Craning up to 42 feet
• 82 Pontoon Berths
• Alongside Moorings
• Showers, Toilets & Electricity
• Towing • DIY Slipway
Davis’s Boatyard, Cobb’s Quay,
Hamworthy, Poole, Dorset
www.davisboatyard.co.uk
Tel: 01202674349 Fax: 01202 665052
STEVENSON MOORINGS
& MARINE SERVICES
DEEP WATER
MOORINGS
FOR HIRE
AVAILABLE LAKE PIER, HAMWORTHY PARK,
ADJACENT TO WAREHAM CHANNEL
(OPPOSITE LAKE PIER),
POOLE YACHT CLUB & HOLES BAY
YACHTS UP TO 45FT ACCOMMODATED
ALSO MOORINGS SERVICED & LAID
CONTACT JOHN OR SARAH STEVENSON
TEL: 01202 675738 MOBILE: 07860 907663
FAX: 01202 681944
EMAIL: INFO@POOLEMOORINGS.CO.UK
14 LULWORTH AVENUE, POOLE, BH15 4DQ
WWW.POOLEMOORINGS.CO.UK
WE BUILD & REPAIR JETTIES
ROCKLEY
BOAT PARK
Presents an unmissable opportunity
for Poole Harbour boat storage
DRY BERTH
& RACKING
Service includes a Launch,
Recovery and a High Pressure Wash
every time you use your boat
~
Also available at great prices!!!!
Moorings - Yard Storage - Dry Storage - Jet Ski &
Kayak Compound - Slipway for Self Launch
Inclusive Membership of the Rockley Park Club Facilities
CCTV 24hrs per day security and regular patrols
(01202) 665001
Call for details
MARINE &
COMMERCIAL
• ELECTRICAL
• ELECTRONIC SALES
• INSTALLATION & SERVICE
Dan Wootton Mobile: 07768 533 119
E-mail: info@oceanelectrics.co.uk Web: www.oceanelectrics.co.uk
Situated at Rockley Holiday Park in Hamworthy
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Notes
The Poole Harbour Guide would like to
thank The Hydrographig Office for
suppying the information for the tide pages
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2013 Tides: September – December
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BOAT CARE SERVICES
Boatylicious . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55
Marine Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51
Power Marine Auto . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50
R1 Boat Butlers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
BOAT SALES
Bates Wharf . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .89
Blue Lagoon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Boatshed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .87
Boatylicious . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55
Harbour Yachts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53
Stingray Sportsboats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50
BOAT TRANSPORT
Elvy Transport . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .107
BOATYARDS & MARINAS
Buckler’s Hard . . . . . . . . .Inside Front Cover
Davis’s Boatyard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .107
Dorset Lake Shipyard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
MDL Cobb’s Quay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49
Ridge Wharf Yacht Centre . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Rockley Boat Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .107
Salterns Marina . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57
Sandbanks Yacht Company .Inside Back Cover
CHANDLERS
Force 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .89
Piplers Chandlers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46
CLOTHING & EMBRIODERY
Axent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
DIVING SCHOOL & EQUIPMENT
Flippas ‘n’ Fins . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79
ELECTRICAL ENGINEERS
G & C Electrical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .77
Ocean Electric . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .107
ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT
Greenham Regis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61
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ENGINEERING & ENGINE SALES
AMF Marine Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Dorset Yacht Co . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Elford Marine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73
Golden Arrow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56
Holes Bay Marine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50
Lake Engineering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Mari Nautic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52
Mermaid Marine . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Back Cover
Mike Wills . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52
Pilkington Marine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Poole Marine Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Ribs Marine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .103
Southern Counties Engineering . . . . . . . . . .24
Swain Marine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69
Yellow Penguin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
FASTENINGS
TR Fastenings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .77
FIBREGLASS SUPPLIES
Blue Gee Supplies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
FIRE PROTECTION
Challis Fire & Engineering . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54
FUEL & FUEL CONDITIONERS
CP Fuel Polishing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .101
GB Oils . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .101
Liquid Engineering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100
HARBOUR & YACHT PHOTOGRAPHY
Sailing Scenes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66
SJ Video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44
HEATING
Krueger Ltd . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .77
INSURANCE
A-Plan Insurance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .99
Coleman Marine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .97
Saga . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .98
LIFERAFTS & INFLATABLE REPAIRS
Premium Liferaft Services . . . . . . . . . . . . .107
Safe To Shore . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51

MARINE ENGINE SPARES
Trickett Marine Products . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44
MARINE INSTALATIONS
Seacraft Marine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67
MOORING SUPPLIERS & SERVICERS
Stevenson’s Moorings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .107
PAINT MANUFACTURERS
International Paints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
PLACES TO VISIT & TOURISM
Dean & Reddyhoff . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .91
Falmouth Harbour Commissioners . . . . . . .94
FJB Hotels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Guernsey Harbour . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .92
Iles of Scilly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .90
Jersey Harbour . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .93
National Trust (Brownsea Island) . . . . . . . .33
Rockley Holiday Park (Bourne Leisure) . . . . .7
Salcombe Harbour . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .94
Shanklin Chine (Fisherman’s Cottage) . . . . .95
States of Alderney . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .92
Royal Solent Yacht Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .95
X Leisure (Tower Park) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
PLASTIC FORMING SPECIALISTS
Precision Units . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59
RESTAURANTS, CAFÉS & HOTELS
Corkers Restaurant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38
Deli on the Quay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37
Fishermans Cafe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67
Guildhall Tavern . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
Hotel Du Vin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41
La Lupa . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
Rancho Steak House . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41
Saltern’s Hotel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
Thai Restaurant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
RIB & JETSKI SHARE SCHEMES
Jet Ski Safaris . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83
The RIB Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83
Directory of Services & Suppliers
ROPE & RIGGING
Elite Rope & Rigging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60
Quay Rigging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63
Rig Shop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58
SAFETY & SECURITY
Bournemouth Borough Council . . . . . . . . .45
Poole Harbour Sea Survival . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Seastart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
SELF STORAGE
Cobb’s Quay Self Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54
SCHOOLS & TUITION
Poole Harbour Sea Survival . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Powerboat Training . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52
Rockley Watersports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .96
STAINLESS STEEL FABRICATION
Core Fabrication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53
Robton Engineering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69
TAXIS
Poole Radio Cabs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .104
UPHOLSTERY & COVER MAKERS
Aquamarine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .104
Esteem Upholstery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
PC Marine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52
WATERSPORTS EQUIPMENT/SCHOOLS
H2o . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .86
Poole Harbour Watersports . . . . . . . . . . . .84
The Academy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .85
YACHT & BOAT REPAIRS
MA Cobb . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54
YACHT STORAGE See also Boatyards
Mermaid Marine . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Back Cover
YACHT SURVEYORS
A.W.Byrde . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
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